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Heavy snowfall has continued to affect northern and central Japan since 20 January, causing casualties and significant disruptions.
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According to the Japanese Fire and Disaster Management Agency (FDMA), as of 22 January, 11 people have been injured due to snow-related incidents, including five in Niigata prefecture, and two each in Aomori, Akita, and Yamagata. Traffic disruption has also been reported.
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More snowfall is expected over central-western Japan on 23 and 24 January.
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