Storm brings torrential rain to Japan, disrupts transport

Streets are inundated in an area as Typhoon Maria makes landfall, in Kuji, Iwate Prefecture, Japan August 12, 2024 this screen grab obtained from social media video. K.K/via REUTERS

TOKYO (Reuters) - Tropical Storm Maria made landfall on Monday in Japan's northern region of Iwate, bringing torrential rain that disrupted flights and rail services while forcing people in some areas to evacuate homes, but there were no immediate reports of casualties.

The storm, packing maximum wind speeds of 72 kph (45 mph), is expected to move towards the Sea of Japan.