Winter storms are weather phenomena characterized by a combination of severe cold temperatures, snow, ice, sleet, or freezing rain. They often produce hazardous conditions, including heavy snowfall, poor visibility, and substantial accumulation of ice, which can disrupt travel and pose risks to safety. These storms can vary in intensity and duration, leading to various impacts such as power outages, property damage, and disruptions to everyday life. Meteorologically, winter storms can be classified into several types, including blizzards, ice storms, and snowstorms, each defined by specific criteria related to wind speed, snowfall amounts, and temperature conditions. Winter storms are typically associated with low-pressure systems that pull cold air from polar regions, colliding with moist air to produce precipitation in the form of snow or ice. They are most common in temperate regions during the colder months, particularly from late fall through early spring.
A powerful low-pressure system will bring significant rainfall to West Japan on January 1st. Chugoku and Shikoku regions are expected to receive snowfall, enhancing winter scenery. On January 2nd, Kanto's…