東京ではゲリラ雷雨も　40℃に迫る暑さ…各地は【スーパーJチャンネル】(2026年7月26日)

The 25th marked five consecutive days of extreme heat, and on the 26th, temperatures approached 40°C in some areas, mainly in western Japan. Meanwhile, Tokyo and other areas experienced heavy rain in the afternoon. ■ Sudden Thunderstorms in Tokyo The sky over Tokyo suddenly changed in the afternoon. Dark rain clouds spread over Roppongi. The atmospheric conditions became unstable, causing sudden thunderstorms throughout Tokyo. Kunitachi City also experienced heavy rain accompanied by thunder. As people huddled together to shelter from the rain… a loud clap of thunder rang out. In Kawasaki City, adjacent to Tokyo, the rain was carried away by strong winds, enveloping the city like a curtain. A summer festival held near Haneda Airport was also affected by this weather. The unique portable shrines were carried with a bouncy, energetic motion. Under the summer sun, the city was filled with excitement. The festival, which had been busy with heat countermeasures, was interrupted after 1 PM… Teenage girl "(Q. The thunder is really loud...) I hope it clears up." The food stalls were also in this state. Food stall owner "Rain is our natural enemy." "I hope the rain stops soon." After this, the rain stopped, and cheerful voices rang out again. ■Temperatures approaching 40℃…Across the country In Tohoku and Hokuriku, where the rainy season has not yet ended, the rainy season front is active. In Niigata City, roads were flooded. People were seen carefully crossing pedestrian crossings, holding hands. Cars were submerged in water and became immobile in the middle of intersections. A Level 4 "Heavy Rain Danger Warning" was issued for Niigata. Meanwhile, some areas in western Japan are approaching extremely hot days. Dangerous heat and sudden thunderstorms are expected on the 27th as well. [TV Asahi NEWS] https://news.tv-asahi.co.jp