Athletes who arrived early for the Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan, were not affected by severe flooding that struck the city, according to Mayor Ichiro Hirosawa. The mayor assured that the conditions of the event venues are not a concern, and the Asian Games can continue as scheduled. The Games, running from September 19 to October 4, will bring together over 11,000 athletes from 45 countries and regions across Asia. This edition follows the previous Asian Games, which were held in Hangzhou, China, in 2023. The flooding, caused by record rainfall on Tuesday, led to waterlogging on numerous roads and in homes, leaving pedestrians and vehicles stranded. Some areas experienced leaking roofs at Games venues, but no major damage was reported. For safety, around 400 athletes and staff staying in temporary housing made from converted shipping containers were briefly evacuated to higher ground during the heavy rain. City transportation, including buses and subways, was temporarily halted to ensure public safety. Approximately 3,500 residents sought shelter in emergency evacuation centers as authorities worked to manage the situation. Despite these challenges, officials remain confident that the Asian Games will proceed without disruption. The event is a major international sports competition and an important economic and cultural event for the host city and region.