Japan: Strong Winds Snap Shrine Tree Branch in Yokohama, Sending Debris Into River.

Kanazawa, Japan - May 03, 2026 A Yokohama resident captured the aftermath of strong winds snapping a large tree branch at Teko Shrine in Kanazawa Ward. The footage shows the broken branch lying in the Miyagawa River after crashing through a nearby fence. Scenes also reveal the damaged tree under clear blue skies, with power lines visible overhead, as well as the area later cordoned off with caution tape and safety cones. The incident highlights the potential dangers of falling debris during periods of gusty weather.