Safety Measures
Accidental falls during rooftop snow removal are rising in Japan's snowy regions as winter deepens, highlighting the need for strict safety measures. The Fire and Disaster Management Agency reports that 68 people died from snow-related causes last winter, with 51—three-quarters—linked to snow removal accidents, and nearly 90% of victims aged 65 or older. Experts warn of the dangers of working at heights and advise assessing necessity before starting.
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Niigata Governor Hideyo Hanazumi inspected Tokyo Electric Power Company's Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power station. In his first visit in seven years, he mainly checked safety measures for the No. 6 reactor. Tepco aims to restart the reactor, and Hanazumi is expected to decide on approval by the end of the month.