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Death toll from heavy snowfall in Japan rises to 46
- At least 46 people have died due to severe snowfall in Japan since January 20, with over 540 others injured, according to Japan's Fire and Disaster Management Agency.
- The snowfall has caused chaos in 15 prefectures, with the highest number of reported deaths at 17 in Niigata Prefecture.
- Emergency services are struggling to reach affected areas as snow piles up to 1.3 meters, blocking roads and leading to canceled train and flight services.
- The Japan Meteorological Agency warned of continued heavy snowfall and the risks of melting ice, urging residents to take safety precautions and stay alert for traffic disruptions and avalanches.
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At least 46 people have been killed and at least 558 injured in heavy snowfall in large parts of Japan over the past three weeks, according to the country's fire and disaster agency. Tourists have been stranded and over 12,000 passengers have been affected by the bad weather.
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