A Kyodo News drone captured the following footage showing the extent of flooding in Kyushu, southwestern Japan, following record rainfall in the region.At least seven people have been confirmed dead as a result of the flooding and mudslides which came as a result of the severe downpours.The images show Asakura City in Fukuoka Prefecure on July 7, 2017.(Kyodo News: 8min 13sec)See also: GALLERY: Torrential rain batters southwestern JapanREAD FULL ARTICLE