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Record snowfall in Hokkaido After this, watch out for blizzards due to winter storms, mainly on the Sea of Japan side
Snow and wind are intensifying mainly in northern Japan and the areas on the Sea of Japan side. In Urakawa-cho, Hokkaido, snowfall increased 31 cm in 3 hours. Stormy weather is expected to continue.
Urakawa-cho, Hokkaido The amount of snow for 3 hours is 31 cm, which is the highest in the history of the observation.
Especially in Urakawa-cho, Hokkaido, where the cyclone blocking point was passing, the snow cover, which was 0 cm at 11:00 am, reached 31 cm at 2:00 pm three hours later. The 3-hour snowfall at this point was 31 cm, which was the highest record in the history of the observation.
Beware of heavy snowfall and blizzards
The maximum instantaneous wind speed of 35-40 meters is expected in the Hokkaido, Tohoku and Hokuriku regions tomorrow 30.
The wind is so stormy that it is difficult to walk in the wind and the car cannot run straight. The snow that accumulates on the shoulders of the road can be rolled up by the wind, causing a blizzard (fade) that makes it impossible to see at all, so great caution is required.
Wave height is expected to be high due to extremely strong winds. Stay away from the sea as there are some places where you can get rid of it.
Stay alert for heavy snow
Heavy snowfall should still be on the lookout.
The estimated 24-hour snowfall as of 18:00 on the 30th of tomorrow is expected to be 40 to 60 cm, mainly in northern Japan, the area on the Sea of Japan side and along the mountains.
Heavy snowfall and snow accumulation can have a significant impact on traffic, so refrain from going out unreasonably.
Please refrain from exiting unreasonably and be fully prepared when driving unavoidably.
In areas where heavy snow or blizzards are expected, we would like you to consider changing your departure time or changing your mode of transportation, but if you do have to drive, in case you get stuck, please.
It is safe to prepare warm clothes, emergency food, cell phone batteries, etc. Having tire chains is also helpful because it can withstand snow that cannot be covered by studless tires alone.
When driving on a snowy road, make sure you have enough items in your car in an emergency and make sure you have enough fuel before heading out.
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