Heavy Snowfall in Japan Claims 46 Lives, Injures Over 550
Kathmandu. Fresh data from the Fire and Disaster Management Agency on Tuesday showed that 46 people have died and 558 have been injured due to continuous heavy snowfall in Japan for three consecutive weeks.
The snowfall, ongoing since the end of January, has reportedly severely impacted northern communities and caused traffic-related problems.
According to police and local authorities, fatal accidents occurred when residents were involved in mishaps while attempting to clear the snow.
Residents in Aomori, a northern regional center, have faced heavy snowfall (more than four feet), according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.
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