Japan fights forest fire that's damaged dozens of homes, caused hundreds to evacuate

Japan is battling a forest fire in Ofunato that has destroyed or damaged 84 homes, leading to the evacuation of over 1,200 residents in the northeastern coastal city. The fire has consumed 2,100 hectares of forest since starting on Wednesday, with more than 2,000 troops and firefighters deployed to combat the blaze. The dry winter in the region has exacerbated the situation, with one man found dead on Thursday as authorities investigate if the death is related to the fire.

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