A low-pressure system accompanied by a front has brought strong winds and rain, mainly to eastern Japan, affecting transportation in the Kanto region. The low-pressure system accompanied by a front has brought strong winds and rain to the Kanto region since last night.
At Narita Airport, there have been a series of “go-arounds,” where planes aborted landings and then ascended again due to strong winds. Transportation in the Kanto region has also been affected. According to NEXCO East Japan, the Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line has been closed to traffic since early this morning due to strong winds.
In addition, the JR Narita Line temporarily suspended service on some sections due to fallen trees, and the entire Keiyo Line also temporarily suspended service, affecting people heading to Tokyo Disney Resort for Golden Week. “The train started moving a little while ago, but it was packed to capacity.” “We were supposed to meet at 7:30, and now it’s 9:00.”
In Matsuda Town, Kanagawa Prefecture, a metal parking lot roof was blown off by strong winds and got caught on the overhead wires of the Odakyu Odawara Line, causing a suspension of service between Hadano Station and Odawara Station. Reporter: “Convenience stores have suspended operations due to power outages.” In Kanagawa and Chiba prefectures, power outages temporarily affected more than 6,000 households. Power outages are still continuing in some areas. The low-pressure system is expected to develop further as it moves towards Hokkaido, so continued vigilance is necessary. ▼TBS NEWS DIG Official Website
