Snow Avalanche Blocks Roads in Fukushima, Stranding Over 100 People
FUKUSHIMA, Feb 10 (Bernama-Kyodo)
A snow avalanche blocked the roads in the Tsuchiyu Onsen district of Fukushima, northeastern Japan, stranding over 100 people in two hotels, officials reported on Monday.
Avalanche Occurs in the Early Hours
According to Kyodo News Agency, the avalanche occurred at around 4 am, affecting the hot-spring resort area in the mountainous region of the city of Fukushima. The snow covering the road was cleared at around 10:20 am, but another snow slip hit the road before noon.
Many People Affected
About 160 people were staying or working at the two hotels, one of which is a traditional Japanese inn, according to the authorities. Fortunately, no one was trapped in the first snow slide.
Fukushima Prefecture Hit by Heavy Snowfall
Fukushima Prefecture is one of many areas in Japan that have been hit by heavy snowfall since last week. The region has experienced significant disruptions due to the severe weather conditions.
JR East Resumes Service
JR East, the railway operator, resumed service in the morning on a section between Fukushima and Shinjo stations on the Yamagata Shinkansen Line that was suspended due to the derailment of a snow removal vehicle.
Video Footage
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Conclusion
The snow avalanche in Fukushima highlights the severity of the snowfall in the region, which has disrupted daily life and caused significant inconvenience to residents and visitors. The situation is being closely monitored, and efforts are being made to ensure the safety of those affected.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the current situation in Fukushima?
A: The roads in the Tsuchiyu Onsen district of Fukushima are currently blocked due to a snow avalanche, stranding over 100 people in two hotels.
Q: How many people are affected?
A: About 160 people are staying or working at the two hotels.
Q: Is anyone trapped?
A: No, no one is trapped in the first snow slide.
Q: What is being done to address the situation?
A: Efforts are being made to clear the roads and ensure the safety of those affected.