Record-breaking Snow Buries Japan, Claiming Lives of at Least 30 People Nationwide

Record-breaking snowfall in Japan has been blamed for at least 30 deaths over the past two weeks, including a 91-year-old woman found buried under 300cm of snow outside her home, officials said. The extreme weather conditions have also caused widespread disruptions to transportation and daily life across the country. Rescue efforts were hindered by heavy snowfall, making it difficult for responders to reach affected areas. The death toll is expected to rise as more bodies are discovered.