都心で25m超“台風並み暴風”…パネル落下「ビル10階から」　東北では記録的大雪も【知ってもっと】【グッド！モーニング】(2024年2月28日)

Summary

The video script describes the impact of a powerful storm that has hit Japan, causing significant disruption across various locations. In Tokyo, strong winds have been recorded at a five-year high, with gusts comparable to a typhoon, making it difficult to walk and leading to the collapse of structures like the iconic 'Wataame' in Harajuku. The storm has also affected flight operations, with planes experiencing considerable turbulence. In addition to the capital, the storm has caused damage in other areas, including Kobe, where a construction site's scaffolding collapsed, and in the Tohoku region, where a record-breaking snowstorm led to vehicles being stranded for hours. The video script serves as a vivid portrayal of the challenges and dangers posed by extreme weather events.

Takeaways

• 🌪️ Strong winds are affecting the area, causing significant disruptions and damage.
• 🚫 The wind is so strong that it's causing hair to be blown around and even leading to structural damage.
• ✈️ Flights are also affected by the strong winds, with one instance of a plane experiencing significant turbulence.
• 🚨 In the city center, a maximum instantaneous wind speed of over 25m was recorded for the first time in five years.
• 🏙️ A popular attraction in Harajuku, the 'Wataame', was damaged by the wind.
• 🏗️ Construction sites are at risk, with one incident where a construction panel fell off a building.
• 🚶‍♀️ There is a risk to pedestrians and vehicles from falling objects, such as construction materials.
• 🌬️ The strong winds are not limited to Tokyo, with other areas like Kobe City also experiencing construction site collapses.
• 🤕 Injuries have been reported, including a woman who suffered a broken leg due to a collapsed scaffolding.
• 🌨️ Record snowfall has been observed in some regions, causing traffic disruptions and stranding vehicles.
• ❄️ In one case, a car with nine passengers, including school children, overturned due to the snow, leading to hospitalizations.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the transcript?

The main topic of the transcript is the strong winds affecting various locations in Japan, causing disruptions and damage.

How did the strong winds impact the tourists in the area?

The strong winds have caused tourists' hairstyles to be disrupted by the wind, making it difficult for them to maintain their appearance.

What was the situation with the airplanes due to the strong winds?

The airplanes experienced significant turbulence due to the strong winds, which was mentioned in an announcement before landing at Haneda Airport.

What was the maximum instantaneous wind speed recorded in the city center?

In the city center, the maximum instantaneous wind speed reached over 25 meters per second, which is comparable to the winds of a typhoon.

What happened to the popular 'Wataame' in Harajuku due to the wind?

The popular 'Wataame' in Harajuku was damaged by the wind, with its distinctive shape being affected and causing it to collapse.

What kind of incident occurred in Shibuya?

In Shibuya, a street sign was uprooted and fell, potentially posing a risk to pedestrians and vehicles if it had hit them directly.

What was the situation with a construction site in the Chuo district?

In the Chuo district, a construction site's exterior panels fell off, which could have been dangerous for anyone walking by.

How did the strong winds affect the city of Kobe?

In Kobe, a construction site's scaffolding collapsed, and a 60-year-old woman suffered a severe injury after being hit by the falling materials.

What was the weather situation like in Aomori City?

Aomori City was hit by a record-breaking snowstorm, causing a car with nine passengers, including six school children, to flip over.

What happened on the Sanriku coast in Iwate Prefecture due to the snow?

On the Sanriku coast in Iwate Prefecture, cars were stranded for about five hours due to heavy snow, with snow accumulation exceeding tire height.

What was the record snowfall measured in Miyako City?

In Miyako City, a record snowfall of 59 centimeters was measured over a 24-hour period.

How did the strong winds affect daily life and safety in the areas mentioned?

The strong winds made daily activities difficult, caused physical damage to structures, and posed safety risks to pedestrians and vehicles, with several incidents of collapse and injury reported.