KURASHIKI, Japan (Reuters) - Rescuers in western Japan dug through mud and rubble early on Tuesday, racing to find survivors after torrential rain that began last week unleashed floods and landslides that killed up to 130 people, with dozens missing. The death toll from torrential rains in western Japan reached 126 on Monday, and 86 people were still missing after massive flooding and landslides destroyed homes and displaced tens of thousands of people. Evacuation orders or advisories were issued for up to 6.3 million people at one point, while around 11,000 people were staying in evacuation centers in 15 prefectures as of Monday evening, down from 23,000 the night before, according to the Fire and Disaster Management Agency.
The death toll from heavy rains in Japan rises to 126, with over 86 people still reported missing.