A court is set to rule on the responsibilities of the national and local governments in relation to flood damages caused by the emergency release from two dams during the July 2018 West Japan Heavy Rainfall.
The court's ruling on the responsibility of governmental bodies for the flood damage incurred by the emergency release of water from two dams during the West Japan Heavy Rainfall in July 2018 is scheduled to be delivered at the Matsuyama District Court. Victims' families and residents affected by the flooding are claiming damages from both national and municipal governments, arguing that there was negligence in deciding to perform the emergency release. This ruling will address key issues, including the adequacy of operational protocols and whether proper notification was given to downstream residents.
