Group 1 - A record-breaking snowstorm affected Hokkaido, Japan, leading to the cancellation of 56 flights at New Chitose Airport on January 25-26, stranding approximately 7,000 travelers overnight [1][3] - Sapporo city recorded a snowfall of 64 cm within 48 hours, marking the highest snowfall since March 1999 [3][17] - Ground transportation around Sapporo was severely disrupted, with over 500 train services canceled, impacting around 130,000 travelers [15][17] Group 2 - The snowstorm has resulted in significant disruptions, with reports of long queues for taxis and limited availability of food at convenience stores [10][15] - The Japan Meteorological Agency forecasts that snow conditions will worsen in Hokkaido and the Hokuriku region, with warnings for potential avalanches and roof snowfalls [17] - The severe weather has led to 10 reported fatalities across Japan since January 20 due to snow-related incidents [17]
日本北海道遇罕见暴雪，约7000人滞留机场，超市货架被拿空
21世纪经济报道·2026-01-27 08:45