A major search and rescue operation is underway in Japan after deadly Typhoon Hagibis brought widespread flooding and landslides, destroying buildings and leaving dozens dead.
The storm -- which came as Japan hosts the Rugby World Cup for the first time -- made landfall on Saturday evening local time on the Izu Peninsula, southwest of Tokyo, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.At least 49 people were killed, with 200 injured and at least 14 people still missing, the country's public broadcaster NHK reported Monday.
Hide Caption 1 of 18 Photos: In photos: Typhoon Hagibis hits JapanFire department workers evacuate residents from a flooded area in Kawagoe, Japan, on October 13. Hide Caption 2 of 18 Photos: In photos: Typhoon Hagibis hits JapanStudents and residents scoop dirt and mud on October 13 as the town of Marumori, Japan, is flooded from the typhoon, which made landfall on Saturday.
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