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Story summary
- On April 22, two forest fires erupted about 10 km apart in Iwate Prefecture, prompting evacuation of roughly 1,900 residents.
- The Kozuchi blaze spread to seven buildings and nearby forest, burning at least 200 hectares.
- Police and fire officials ordered evacuations, opened shelters, and asked the Japan Self-Defense Forces for help.
- A woman in her 60s fell at an evacuation site and was injured, while no other casualties were reported.
