Tuesday, 02 January 2024 12:17 GMT

Fire Ravages Southwestern Japan


(MENAFN) A significant fire erupted in a district in southwestern Japan, destroying over 170 structures, local media reported Wednesday.

The inferno ignited late Tuesday and rapidly advanced through a densely populated residential zone in the city of Oita, according to a news agency.

Residents had to evacuate their homes as officials relocated more than 170 individuals, and one person remains unaccounted for.

Firefighters are still working to control the ongoing blaze.

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