Heavy snow kills 8 in Japan, prompts weather officials to issue warning: Reports

 

Heavy snowfall in Japan has left at least eight people dead, national broadcaster NHK reported on Friday (Dec 23), citing Japan’s Fire and Disaster Management Agency.

The heavy snow across northern and western Japan has prompted weather officials to call on residents to stay alert for winter blizzards.

Japan is currently being subjected to winter pressure patterns, with the weather agency warning of traffic disruptions, snowstorms and high waves, reported Kyodo news.