Archive · 19 Nov 2025
Japan Fire: One Dead, Over 170 Buildings Damaged
A big fire in Japan destroyed many houses and buildings.
One person died, and many people had to leave their homes.
Firefighters are still trying to put out the fire.
The government is helping with the costs.
One person died and over 170 buildings were damaged in a fire in Oita, Japan
Fire started around 5:45 PM on Tuesday in Saganoseki, Oita City
Firefighters battled the blaze for over 12 hours, with some areas still not under control
Over 175 people evacuated to a nearby community hall
Disaster relief law enacted to cover essential costs
- Who
- Firefighters, residents of Saganoseki, Oita City, Japanese authorities
- What
- Massive fire
- When
- Around 5:45 PM on Tuesday
- Where
- Saganoseki, Oita City, Japan
- Why
- Unknown; investigation ongoing
Firefighters and Residents
Authorities
Fire Spread
Firefighters and Residents
Rapidly due to strong winds and mountainous terrain
Authorities
Still not under control after 12 hours
- Buildings Destroyed
- Over 170
- People Evacuated
- Over 175
- Duration of Fire
- Over 12 hours
- Unaccounted For
- 1 person (man in his 70s)
- Disaster Relief Law
- Enacted
- Area Affected
- 48,900 square meters, including forested area
- Wind Condition
- Strong winds reported in the area
Sources
Japan: Massive Fire Destroys Over 170 buildings In Saganoseki, Oita City | WATCH VIDEO
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