Catastrophic Snowstorm in Japan: Obihiro Buried! Flights Canceled!

Catastrophic Snowstorm in Japan: Obihiro Buried! Flights Canceled!
Obihiro City in Hokkaido, Japan, has been hit by record-breaking snowfall, with 129 centimeters accumulating in a single day.
The extreme snowfall was caused by two powerful low-pressure systems bringing cold air and heavy precipitation.
Transportation networks were severely disrupted, with highways closed and train services suspended across the region.
Obihiro and Kushiro airports were forced to shut down their runways, leading to numerous flight cancellations.
Authorities reported receiving multiple emergency calls from stranded drivers caught in deep snow.
Residents were seen working together, shoveling snow and pushing vehicles to help those in need.
Around 370 schools across Hokkaido canceled classes due to hazardous weather conditions.
Essential services, including postal and delivery operations, faced significant delays and closures.
The Japan Meteorological Agency has warned of further heavy snowfall in the coming days.
Up to 100 additional centimeters of snow is expected in northwestern Japan, with another 50 centimeters likely in Hokkaido.
Authorities have urged residents to carry emergency supplies such as shovels and warm clothing in their vehicles.
Despite the extreme weather, no major injuries or structural damages have been reported so far.
Snow-clearing efforts are underway as municipal workers and residents try to restore normal conditions.
Experts warn that the rapid accumulation of snow poses risks of avalanches and road collapses.
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