38 people died and 413 were injured across Japan due to heavy snowfall
According to a report by Japanese media "TBS News" on February 5: On February 4, the Fire and Disaster Management Agency of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications announced that the number of deaths caused by heavy snow since February 20th has risen to 38. The death toll increased by 3 yesterday.
Disastrous consequences caused by heavy snow continued to occur. According to the Fire and Disaster Management Agency, from February 20th to 8:30 a.m. on February 5, the 38 deaths caused by heavy snow were distributed in 1 Prefecture, 1 City, and 7 Prefectures.
As of 8:30 a.m. on February 4, Niigata Prefecture added 2 people, Kyoto Prefecture added 1 person, totaling 3 people. In addition, the number of injured people nationwide increased by 55 compared to yesterday, reaching 413. The Fire and Disaster Management Agency urged people to go out and shovel snow with family members and neighbors, carry mobile phones, and wear safety devices such as life ropes and helmets.
Original article: toutiao.com/article/1856248788443203/
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