Japan battles largest wildfire in decades as evacuations continue rein asia

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Japan battles largest wildfire in decades as evacuations continue rein asia
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Japan battles largest wildfire in decades as evacuations continue

Exceptional dryness and strong winds have fuelled the fire, with Ofunato experiencing record-low rainfall of just 2.5mm in February.
Japan battles largest wildfire in decades as evacuations continue rein asia

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Japan battles largest wildfire in decades as evacuations continue rein asia

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