The fire destroyed about 29,000 acres of land, surpassing the previous 27,000 -acre record in a 1975 fire on the island of Hokkaido
The mayor of the city Debtin northern Japan, today known that the worst forest fire For more than 50 years in this country, this country has been under control.
The fire has been raging in the mountains surrounding this rural area from February 26, costing life to at least one man, destroying at least 210 buildings and forcing more than 4,200 inhabitants to leave their homes, according to local authorities.
“After an air research, we estimate that the fire no longer has a risk of spreading. I declare that the fire is now under control, “said the mayor of Obunato, Kigihiduring a press conference.
The fire destroyed about 29,000 acres of land, surpassing the previous 27,000 -acre record in a 1975 fire on the island Hokhando.
The moisture conditions in the area since Wednesday, after a long period of drought, have contributed to the fire extinguishing efforts.
Last year, the Japan It has experienced the warmest summer of its history, as climate change increases temperatures across the world.
Only 2.5mm of rain was recorded in February, breaking the previous negative record of 4.4mm in 1967, far behind the 41mm average.
Source :Skai
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