Heavy snow across Japan leaves cars stranded, homes without power

Heavy snow across much of Japan caused widespread disruption Friday, leaving around 90 vehicles temporarily stranded on an expressway and nearly 44,000 homes without electricity.The Japan Meteorological Agency said it expects the cold spell to continue over the weekend, warning of more snowfall and further traffic disruption due to slippery roads.Sections of the Hokuriku Expressway were closed between Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures on the Sea of Japan coast for snow clearance after the vehicles were stuck until early Friday morning, according to Central Nippon Express Co.Related coverage:READ FULL ARTICLE