The deadly mudslides in Hiroshima and other parts of western Japan last month caused by torrential rains have raised concerns about how vulnerable Japan is to such natural disasters, especially given severe weather events due to climate change.
While a combination of factors were responsible for the high death toll in Hiroshima, the national and prefectural governments have been seeking ways to ensure flash floods and other natural disasters cause minimal damage.
Why was Hiroshima hit so hard by the mudslides?