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Japan: Wildfires Rage in Iwate, Displacing 2,000 Residents and Destroying Homes 3

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.

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Japan: Wildfires Rage in Iwate, Displacing 2,000 Residents and Destroying Homes 4

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.

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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.

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Japan: Wildfires Rage in Iwate, Displacing 2,000 Residents and Destroying Homes

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.

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China: Man Hurls Burning Gas Cylinder Out of Home, Bystander Shuts Valve by Hand

This is the heart-stopping moment that a Chinese resident hurled a burning liquefied gas cylinder out of his home as flames burst from the valve, triggering a chaotic scramble before another man intervened. On December 29, 2025, in Shandong, China, a household gas tank suddenly caught fire inside a room. As thick flames shot upward, a man rushed toward the cylinder, grabbed it with both hands and threw it out through the doorway to keep the blaze away from the house. He then snatched up a basin of water and prepared to douse the fire. Moments later, a second man approached calmly, stepped close to the still burning tank and quickly shut the valve by hand, stopping the fuel flow. The video ended with the flames fully extinguished and both men standing safely outside.

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US: Businesses Evacuated as Vegetation Fire Breaks Out Near San Diego River in Santee

On Sunday, March 29, the Santee Fire Department responded to a vegetation fire near the San Diego River in Santee. Walmart, Michaels, and other nearby businesses were evacuated, though no residential evacuations were ordered, and forward progress was halted. No injuries or structural damage were reported, and the cause of the fire remained under investigation.

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US: Gas Line Explosion Reported Near Willow River in Minnesota, Forcing Evacuations

A large gas line explosion was reported on Friday, January 16, near Willow River in Pine County, Minnesota, forcing nearby residents to evacuate. Minnesota Energy Resources said customers in the area could be without natural gas for days, though authorities reported no injuries and suspect no criminal activity at this time.

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US: Gas Line Explosion Reported Near Willow River in Minnesota, Forcing Evacuations 2

A large gas line explosion was reported on Friday, January 16, near Willow River in Pine County, Minnesota, forcing nearby residents to evacuate. Minnesota Energy Resources said customers in the area could be without natural gas for days, though authorities reported no injuries and suspect no criminal activity at this time.

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1 month after Hong Kong fire

HONG KONG, China, Dec. 26 Kyodo - A man lays flowers near the Wang Fuk Court high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 26, 2025, one month after a deadly fire that left over 160 people dead. (Kyodo)

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Philippines: Three Injured as Third-Alarm Fire Breaks Out in Pasay City

A third-alarm fire tore through a residential area in Pasay City, Metro Manila on Saturday afternoon, December 27, injuring three people. The Bureau of Fire Protection reported that the fire destroyed around 100 houses, prompting approximately 200 families to be displaced.

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1 month after Hong Kong fire

A man prays near the Wang Fuk Court high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 26, 2025, one month after a deadly fire that left over 160 people dead.

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1 month after Hong Kong fire

A man prays near the Wang Fuk Court high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 26, 2025, one month after a deadly fire that left over 160 people dead.

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1 month after Hong Kong fire

A man lays flowers near the Wang Fuk Court high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 26, 2025, one month after a deadly fire that left over 160 people dead.

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1 month after Hong Kong fire

A citizen lays flowers near the Wang Fuk Court high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 26, 2025, one month after a deadly fire that left over 160 people dead.

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Hong Kong fire

HONG KONG, China, Dec. 2 Kyodo - People bring flowers to place near a high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 2, 2025, following a deadly fire the previous week. (Kyodo)

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[Breaking News]Hong Kong fire

HONG KONG, China, Dec. 2 Kyodo - People bring flowers to place near a high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 2, 2025, following a deadly fire the previous week. (Kyodo)

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

HONG KONG, China, Dec. 4 Kyodo - People fold paper cranes near the Wang Fuk Court high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 3, 2025, to commemorate the victims of a deadly fire in late November. (Kyodo)

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

A person hangs paper cranes near the Wang Fuk Court high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 3, 2025, dedicated to the victims of a deadly fire in late November.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

A man carries his belongings on Dec. 3, 2025, out of his room in the only building that escaped a deadly fire in late November at the Wang Fuk Court high-rise residential complex in Hong Kong's Tai Po district.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

A person hangs a paper crane near the Wang Fuk Court high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 3, 2025, commemorating the victims of a deadly fire in late November.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

People fold paper cranes near the Wang Fuk Court high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 3, 2025, to commemorate the victims of a deadly fire in late November.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

A woman carries a washing machine and other belongings on Dec. 3, 2025, out of her room in the only building that escaped a deadly fire in late November at the Wang Fuk Court high-rise residential complex in Hong Kong's Tai Po district.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

People pray and console each other near the Wang Fuk Court high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 3, 2025, following a deadly fire in late November.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

People fold paper cranes near the Wang Fuk Court high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 3, 2025, to commemorate the victims of a deadly fire in late November.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

A woman lays flowers near the Wang Fuk Court high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 3, 2025, following a deadly fire in late November.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

People stare at the Wang Fuk Court high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 3, 2025, following a deadly fire in late November.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

Photo shows the Wang Fuk Court high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 3, 2025, following a deadly fire in late November.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

People holding flowers head to a high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 2, 2025, following a deadly fire in late November.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee holds a press conference in Hong Kong on Dec. 2, 2025, following a deadly fire at a high-rise residential complex in late November.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

A woman lays flowers near a high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 2, 2025, following a deadly fire in late November.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

Officials head to a high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 3, 2025, following a deadly fire in late November.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

Officials head to a high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 3, 2025, following a deadly fire in late November.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee holds a press conference in Hong Kong on Dec. 2, 2025, following a deadly fire at a high-rise residential complex in late November.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee holds a press conference in Hong Kong on Dec. 2, 2025, following a deadly fire at a high-rise residential complex in late November.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

A child lays flowers near a high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 2, 2025, following a deadly fire in late November.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

Police officers (front) stand guard as people pray near a high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 2, 2025, following a deadly fire in late November.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee holds a press conference in Hong Kong on Dec. 2, 2025, following a deadly fire at a high-rise residential complex in late November.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

Flowers are laid near a high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 2, 2025, following a deadly fire in late November.

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Aftermath of Hong Kong fire

Flowers are laid near a high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 2, 2025, following a deadly fire in late November.

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Hong Kong fire

People lay flowers on Dec. 2, 2025, to pay tribute to the victims of a massive fire last week at a high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong.

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Hong Kong fire

People bring flowers to place near a high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 2, 2025, following a deadly fire the previous week.

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Hong Kong fire

Flowers are laid near a high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 2, 2025, following a deadly fire the previous week.

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Hong Kong fire

Search operations continue at a high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 1, 2025, following a deadly fire the previous week.

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Hong Kong fire

Search operations continue at a high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 1, 2025, following a deadly fire the previous week.

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Hong Kong fire

Flowers are placed near a high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 1, 2025, following a deadly fire the previous week.

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Hong Kong fire

Flowers are placed near a high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 1, 2025, following a deadly fire the previous week.

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Hong Kong fire

Flowers are placed near a high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Dec. 1, 2025, following a deadly fire the previous week.

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Massive fire in southwestern Japan

OITA, Japan, Nov. 20 Kyodo - Smoke rises from a massive fire in a residential area of the southwestern Japan city of Oita on Nov. 20, 2025. One person died and more than 170 buildings were damaged in the fire that started two days earlier. (Kyodo)

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Aftermath of southwestern Japan fire

OITA, Japan, Nov. 27 Kyodo - Video shows the site of a massive fire in a residential area of the southwestern Japan city of Oita, unveiled to the media on Nov. 27, 2025. One person died and more than 170 buildings were damaged in the fire that started on Nov. 18. (Kyodo)

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Hong Kong fire

HONG KONG, China, Nov. 28 Kyodo - Firefighters head to the site of a massive fire at a high-rise residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Nov. 27, 2025, a day after the fire broke out leaving at least 94 people dead and 279 unaccounted for. (Kyodo)