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Weather News Traffic Meteorological Center Announcement
2021/01/06 12:31 Weather News
As the low pressure develops rapidly from tomorrow 7 (Thursday) and passes through northern Japan, the wind is expected to be extremely strong over a wide area from northern Japan to western Japan. After passing the low pressure, an extremely strong cold air will flow towards the Japanese archipelago, so it is necessary to be careful with heavy snowfall, especially on the side of the Sea of Japan, around the 9th (Sunday).
Also, there may be snow in areas around Fukuoka and Hiroshima that are not used to snow, which can affect transportation, such as some railways, roads, and aviation.
In particular, on the conventional lines in northern Japan, Hokuriku, Koshin, northern Kinki, and the Chugoku / Shikoku areas, snow is expected to intensify and windstorms to blow as the risk of suspension increases and suspension of operation on some lines.
The Shinkansen, like the Akita Shinkansen and the Yamagata Shinkansen, can be suspended due to heavy snowfall and storms. If it snows heavily, the impact can last until the 10th (Sunday) for three consecutive holidays.
If you plan to travel by train, check the website of each route company for the latest information.
When driving a car in an area where snow is expected, refrain from driving by force and be sure to pack winter gear, not just on general highways and roads. Even in areas where there is not much snow, such as Kyushu and Setouchi, snow can have an impact on winter tire and chain regulations.
In addition, even in the sections where heavy snowfall is not expected, an intensification of the wind is expected in the coastal areas and bridges, so it is not strange that speed restrictions are applied. Be careful not to get hit by crosswinds and check the information posted by the highway company for restrictions.
Especially in Hokuriku and Sanin, heavy snowfall will continue to fall from Friday 8 to Saturday 9, increasing the risk of cancellation.
Also, due to strong winds in Kanto, some flights may be delayed.
If you are planning to travel by plane, check the latest weather information and pay attention to the flight information provided by the airline.