US EditionHeavy snowfall forecast in Japan, traffic disruptions feared
- Hokkaido, Japan, has experienced record snowfall, with 82 centimeters in Obihiro and 56 centimeters in Honbetsu, marking the most since record-keeping began.
- Blizzard conditions are affecting coastal areas along the Sea of Japan, and heavy snow is expected in Kyushu and Shikoku, regions that rarely see snow.
- Authorities issued an emergency statement urging people to refrain from non-essential outings due to anticipated heavy snow and traffic disruptions.
- The Japan Meteorological Agency reported that snowfall in Hokkaido reached 120 centimeters in 12 hours, leading to stranded cars and overwhelmed snow removal efforts.
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