Record rain in Chiba caused by unusually slow storm system, experts say | The Japan Times
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Chiba Prefecture experienced record rainfall due to an unusually slow-moving thunderstorm system last month, resulting in the deaths of at least 13 individuals. Experts from the Meteorological Research Institute identified the precipitation system as a squall line, which typically produces quick-moving storms.
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85B
| SPAG | Coherent | Objective | Sourced | Concise |
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The article presents factual information in a clear and direct manner, typical of news writing, but could enhance objectivity by providing more context about the impact or responses to the storm.
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