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According to the Japan Association for Fire Science and Engineering, at least 159 cases of tsunami fires occurred in the Tohoku region and elsewhere after the tsunami from the Great East Japan Earthquake arrived, burning down around 74 hectares of the urban area. Debris, vehicles, and leaking heavy oil burned, and the flames attacked evacuation buildings. We reflect back on the menace of tsunami fires, and consider the lessons and preparations that should be taken.
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Part 10: Tsunami Fires (1) Risks/Raging Flames Approach the School Building | 河北新報オンラインニュース
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According to the Japan Association for Fire Science and Engineering, at least 159 cases of tsunami fires occurred in the Tohoku region and elsewhere after the tsunami from the Great East Japan Earthquake arrived, burning down around 74 hectares of the urban area. Debris, vehicles, and leaking heavy oil burned, and the flames attacked evacuation buildings. We reflect back on the menace of tsunami fires, and consider the lessons and preparations that should be taken.
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