We report the information support activities conducted by the Information Support Team (ISUT) in the heavy rain since July 1, 2021, after it was dispatched to Shizuoka Prefecture. During the activities, ISUT-SITE and other information were provided and utilized by the disaster response organizations. This study reports on the characteristics and future issues in this disaster response activity.

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