1. A large-scale fire has been ongoing since Tuesday afternoon in Oita City, Japan, burning over 170 houses and other buildings.
2. One person in his 70s is still missing, and about 175 people from 115 households are seeking shelter at a community hall.
3. The local government has activated the disaster relief law, enabling central and prefectural authorities to cover related costs, and a task force has been established to strategize next steps.
2. One person in his 70s is still missing, and about 175 people from 115 households are seeking shelter at a community hall.
3. The local government has activated the disaster relief law, enabling central and prefectural authorities to cover related costs, and a task force has been established to strategize next steps.
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Massive fire in Oita City, Japan since Tuesday afternoon; over 170 houses and buildings burned. One person aged 70 missing, approximately 175 people from 115 households seeking shelter at a community hall. Local government activated disaster relief law for coverage of costs, established task force
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251119_04/#summary
Date: Nov. 19, 2025
Notes: 2025-11-19
Created: 2025/11/19 11:40
Updated: 2025/12/07 21:54
Last Read: 2025/11/19 21:37