Due to a winter pressure pattern and strong cold air aloft, heavy snowfall is expected, especially in the Hokuriku and Niigata regions, with up to 70 cm of snow predicted in some areas by tomorrow evening. The agency warns of traffic disruptions and potential road blockages due to rapid snow accumulation.
Influenza cases have surged, with 64.39 patients per medical institution, the highest since current statistics began. Over 5.937 million cases have been reported since September, and the outbreak has led to shortages of antiviral medications like oseltamivir.
A 43-year-old unemployed suspect was rearrested for the murder of a 15-year-old girl at a fast-food restaurant in Kitakyushu. The suspect denies the charges and claims no intent to kill, though he admitted to the act. Police found no prior connection between the suspect and the victims.
The wildfires near Los Angeles have killed at least 5 people, destroyed over 1,100 buildings, and forced the evacuation of more than 100,000 residents. The fires, fueled by strong winds and dry conditions, have spread rapidly, covering over 110 square kilometers.
Several Japanese government websites were found to have inadequate security measures, leaving them vulnerable to unauthorized use. The issue involved domain management, and while no unauthorized use was confirmed, experts warned of risks like misinformation and phishing.