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Cold Snap Hits Southern Kyushu as Sakurajima Sees Snow

Aomori, Feb 23 (News On Japan) - A strong cold air mass has swept into southern Kyushu due to a winter pressure system, bringing snowfall to Sakurajima in Kagoshima, even as March approaches.

In Kagoshima Prefecture, temperatures dropped significantly on Monday, with Kirishima City recording minus 2.6 degrees Celsius—about five degrees lower than seasonal norms.

In mountainous areas, a car skidded on icy roads and blocked traffic, leaving around ten vehicles stranded.

The cold is expected to intensify further by tomorrow morning, with officials urging caution against frozen roads and water pipes.

Source: TBS

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