In some places, the wind is getting stronger, especially in Hokkaido, Tohoku, and Hokuriku, causing snowstorms.
Very strong winds may blow around noon on the 30th, so caution is required against traffic impacts, blizzards, and heavy snowfall.
According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, due to the effects of the developed low pressure system and strong winter-type pressure distribution, the wind is getting stronger mainly in Hokkaido, Tohoku, and Hokuriku, causing snowstorms in some places.
The maximum instantaneous wind speed observed by 4:00 am on the 30th is
▽ 32.6 meters in Okushiri Town, Hokkaido
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28.8 meters in Tobishima, Sakata City, Yamagata Prefecture
▽ 27 meters in Ishikozaki, Shizuoka Prefecture.
In Hokkaido, Tohoku, and Hokuriku, a very strong wind with a wind speed of 20 meters or more blows around noon on the 30th, and there is a risk of a so-called "whiteout" that causes a blizzard with no visibility.
Waves are high nationwide, and it is expected that fierce storms will continue along the coasts of Hokkaido and Tohoku.
In addition, it is expected that snow will increase intermittently from Hokkaido to the Sea of Japan side of Hokuriku on the 31st, so caution is required even for heavy snow.
The Japan Meteorological Agency is wary of blizzards, heavy snow, and high waves, and calls for careful attention to avalanches and power outages caused by snow accretion on electric wires and trees.
Accidents during snow removal work are also increasing.
When removing snow, such as when removing snow, two or more people should wear a helmet and lifeline, and pay close attention to the surroundings, such as falling snow from the eaves and irrigation canals that are obscured by snow.