After the 7th, it is expected that the cyclone will pass through northern Japan while developing rapidly, and then the winter-type pressure distribution will become stronger.

In addition to the nationwide winds and stormy weather, snow is expected to increase mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side, so caution is required against uncertain blizzards and traffic effects caused by heavy snow.

Developed low pressure system and strong winter type

According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the low pressure system that occurs in the Sea of ​​Japan from the 7th to the 8th is expected to pass through northern Japan while rapidly developing, and then the winter-type pressure distribution will become stronger around the 9th.



As a result, the wind will intensify nationwide and the weather will be rough, with heavy snowfall mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side.

7-8 days storm forecast

The maximum wind speed expected on the 7th is


▽ 27 meters in Tohoku

,


25 meters in Hokuriku and Kinki,


▽ 23 meters in Hokkaido and Chugoku region,


▽ 20 meters in Shikoku and northern Kyushu,


▽ 18 meters in Okinawa region, the



maximum. The instantaneous wind speed is

expected to reach


40 meters in Tohoku,


35 meters in Hokuriku, Kinki, Hokkaido and Chugoku


regions, and 30 meters in Shikoku, northern Kyushu, and Okinawa regions.



Waves are rising over the sea, and big injuries are expected in various places.

7-9 days heavy snow forecast

From the 7th to the 9th, snow is expected to increase mainly from Hokkaido to the Sea of ​​Japan side of Kyushu.



The amount of snow that falls for 24 hours from the morning of the 7th to the morning of the 8th is


70 cm to 90 cm in Hokuriku, including Niigata Prefecture,


and 50 cm to 70 cm in Tokai and Kinki

, all along the mountains

.


It

is expected to be

40 to 60 cm in Hokkaido and Tokai,


30 to 50 cm in the Chugoku region,


and 10 to 20 cm in Shikoku and northern Kyushu including Yamaguchi Prefecture.



The amount of snow is expected to increase over the next 9 days.

Be wary of blizzards and heavy snow

After the 7th, there will be a snowstorm mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side, and there is a risk of a blizzard with no visibility in some places.



The Japan Meteorological Agency warns against the effects of blizzards and heavy snow on traffic and high waves, and calls for careful attention to avalanches, as well as power outages and fallen trees due to snow accretion on electric wires and trees.

Beware of accidents during snow removal work

I think that some people are proceeding with snow removal work due to the heavy snow so far.



Be aware of accidents during work and do not overdo it in bad weather.



When removing snow, wear a lifeline or helmet and work with two or more people. When using a snowplow, be sure to activate the safety device and avoid moving it in a place where ventilation is difficult.