TOKYO, Feb 06 (News On Japan) - The Kanto-Koshin region is on alert for potential accidents due to snowy conditions extending into Wednesday morning, February 7th. Following a night of intensifying cold, forecasts indicate a broader area could experience road ice than on Tuesday morning.
Although the 6th saw mainly light rain across Kanto, rather than snowfall, remnants of snow persist. Snow depth measurements as of 11 a.m. include 5 centimeters in Tokyo and Maebashi, and a significant 22 centimeters in Chichibu, Saitama.
Daytime temperatures on the 6th remained low, with Tokyo and Saitama reaching a high of only 5°C, suggesting snow will likely continue to cover the ground through the afternoon.
The cold is expected to deepen overnight, with the morning of the 7th predicted to see even lower temperatures than the previous day, including -4°C in Saitama and -1°C in Maebashi.
With a wide area of the Kanto-Koshin region at risk of slushy snow freezing over, caution is advised against slipping and falling accidents the following morning. Residents are urged to prepare for the icy conditions, which could significantly impact mobility and safety.
Source: ANN
