Japan: Wildfires Rage in Iwate, Displacing 2,000 Residents and Destroying Homes 2
Two wildfires broke out simultaneously in forested areas of Otsuchi, Iwate Prefecture, in northern Japan on the afternoon of April 22, local authorities confirmed.
According to town officials, the blazes have scorched more than 200 hectares of land, with at least seven structures — including residential homes — reported destroyed. In response, authorities issued evacuation orders for approximately 2,000 residents as firefighting efforts continue.
- Product Code
- ILEA005077755
- Registered date
- 2026/4/23 21:37:05
- Media size
- 1920 × 1080 pixel
- Deployment size
- 48.38(MB)*
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Video Location: Otsuchi, 2026 at about 22:00h, Japan
Video Recording Date/Time: April 22, Iwate
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