- Unseasonably warm temperatures are affecting Japan, with highs reaching levels typically seen in March.
- Heavy snow accumulation, significantly above normal, is present across several regions, increasing avalanche and roof collapse risks.
- Thirty-five deaths and 358 injuries have occurred in Japan since January 20 due to snow-related incidents.

A: Did you hear about the news? It's getting warmer!

B: No, what happened? Seriously? It’s February!

A: Yeah! It's much warmer than usual. The weather agency says warm air is coming from the south.

B: Wow! That's crazy. What about the snow?

A: That’s the problem. The warm air is melting the snow! Joetsu City is at 6.2 degrees!

B: That’s like springtime weather! Aomori and Sapporo are warm too, huh?

A: Exactly! They're expecting even warmer temperatures today. And there’s a lot of snow still! Aomori has over 1.5 meters!

B: Seriously?! That’s a ton of snow. Are people being careful?

A: They are! They're warning people about avalanches and snow falling from roofs. Two people should clear the snow together, they say.

B: That makes sense! It's dangerous to do it alone.

A: Sadly, there have been a lot of accidents. 35 people have died since January because of the snow and cold.

B: Oh no! That’s terrible! So many injuries too, huh?

A: Yeah, 358 people have been hurt. It's really a tough time for some areas.

B: Let’s hope the weather cools down soon! Stay safe!