Today's Close-Up S2025E45 - Predicting Bands of Heavy Rain : Scientists Fight for Higher Accuracy

We look at why weather forecasting lags when it comes to life-threatening linear precipitation bands in Japan, how researchers and the Japan Meteorological Agency are pushing accuracy forward and what that means for more efficient evacuations. From atmospheric rivers to supercomputer simulations and AI alerts, the work aims to deliver earlier, more local warnings that can save lives. 

Guest: 
Satoh Masaki (Professor, Atmosphere and Ocean Research Institute, The University of Tokyo)