A fire broke out during dismantling work at Nippon Paper Industries’ Yatsushiro Mill in Jujocho, Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, with flames and black smoke visible from the chimney. No injuries have been reported at this time, and the cause is currently under investigation.
According to a report by Kumamoto Asahi Broadcasting, a fire broke out at Nippon Paper Industries’ Yatsushiro Mill in Jujocho, Yatsushiro. The point of origin has not been identified, but the fire is believed to have started during dismantling work.
According to the fire department, an employee reported the incident just before 6 p.m., and flames were seen coming from the chimney. The situation at the site is currently under investigation, and no injuries have been reported.
The details of the cause and extent of the damage are expected to become clear depending on the results of the investigation.
Yahoo! News reported this article based on coverage by KAB Kumamoto Asahi Broadcasting.