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Northern Japan Wildfires Force Mass Evacuations, Challenge Firefighters
Raging wildfires in northern Japan have prompted mass evacuations as flames continue to spread across the region. Firefighters are struggling to contain the blazes, which pose a significant threat to local communities.
24 Apr, 02:29 — 25 Apr, 07:53
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Japan: Raging wildfires cause mass evacuations
More than 1,000 firefighters are battling two blazes in northern Japan, with some 3,000 people urged to leave their homes. The fires come as the country's winters become increasingly dry.
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Northern Japan wildfires prompt mass evacuations as flames spread - The Straits Times
Northern Japan wildfires prompt mass evacuations as flames spread The Straits Times
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Firefighters struggle to contain wildfires in northern Japan
Authorities have said there is still no clear timeline for containment of the wildfires, which have prompted evacuation orders for 2,500 people in Iwate.
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First report: japan-times · 24 Apr, 02:29|Full coverage: 3 · 1d 5h|Window: 1d 5h
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