A forest fire in Ofunato, Iwate Prefecture, has damaged homes and prompted evacuation warnings for 2,114 residents. Fire crews are battling the flames as authorities work to prevent further spread.
The blaze has disrupted daily life, causing power outages in over 200 households and leading to school closures. Officials have set up a crisis center, while the Japan Meteorological Agency warns of dry conditions and strong winds that could worsen the situation.
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