Man dies, several hurt as wind knocks down tent in Fukui Pref.

Man dies, several hurt as wind knocks down tent in Fukui Pref.

TSURUGA, Japan - Strong winds knocked down a large tent in a park in Tsuruga, Fukui Prefecture, leaving a man dead and several others injured July 27. The park was hosting an event organized by the city government.

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