Tokyo, Feb 24, 2025 (AFP) - Japan warns of avalanches, icy roads ahead of more snow

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2025-02-24

Japan will face more heavy snow after a two-week whiteout, the country's weather agency said Monday, warning people to be wary of avalanches and icy roads. The country's regions facing the Sea of Japan experience heavy snowfall every year and are home to many ski resorts, drawing a growing number of tourists from abroad. But several cities have seen record snowfall this month, causing traffic disruption and fatalities. The Japan Meteorological Ag......

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