Noto Peninsula faces ongoing recovery challenges one year after deadly earthquake

A year after a powerful earthquake struck the Noto Peninsula, recovery efforts are still ongoing. The region, particularly the city of Wajima, faces challenges from recent heavy rains that caused further damage, including mudslides. In Machinomachi, the aftermath of the September rains is evident, with mud and debris lining the roads. Residents continue to struggle as they rebuild their lives following the earthquake that occurred on January 1, 2024, which killed over 500 people. Reconstruction efforts are complicated and slow, as communities work to recover from both the earthquake and the subsequent flooding. Disaster relief teams are actively assisting residents in the affected areas.