News Record-breaking snowfall in northern Japan

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The strong winter weather pattern is forecast to persist for several days, with further snow accumulation expected, particularly along the coast of the Sea of Japan. Hefty snow is predicted inland on the Pacific side of the Tokai, Shikoku, and southern Kyushu regions, where snowfall is typically rare. Some areas in these regions may even see accumulation on the plains. Disruptions due to the snow are expected to continue across a wide area until around 8 Fe8 February. Japan Meteorological Agency has warned about icy roads, snow on power lines, blizzards, and high waves. For the 24 hours ending at 6 a.m. on 6 February, the JMA6 February 100 cm of snow in the Tohoku and Hokuriku regions, 70 cm in the Tokai and Kinki regions, and 50 cm in Hokkaido, Chugoku, and northern Kyushu. In the 24 hours ending at 6 a.m. on 7 February, snowfall amounts are expected to reach 70 cm in the Tohoku and Hokuriku regions, and 50 cm in Hokkaido, Tokai, and Kinki.

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