Japan floods: Residents rescued as torrential rain threatens homes
Nearly two million people have been urged to evacuate their homes amid heavy rainfall in parts of Japan.
Highest-level rain warnings have been issued in a number of prefectures, including Fukuoka and Hiroshima.
More than 150 troops, police and firefighters have been sent to help with rescue operations in the area.
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