08 Aug 2024 | 10:04 PM UTC
Japan: Authorities responding to building fire Kabukicho area of Shinjuku as of the morning of Aug. 9
Officials responding to fire on Sakura Street in Shinjuku, Japan, as of morning of Aug. 9. Increased security, transport disruptions likely.
As of the morning of Aug. 9, emergency services are responding to a fire on Sakura Street in the Kabukicho area of Shinjuku near Tokyo. The exact timing and cause of the event remain unclear. Further information will be provided in the coming hours.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the affected area. Authorities may restrict access to nearby roads to facilitate the movement of emergency vehicles. Officials may also mandate building evacuations in the vicinity as a precaution until clearance operations and investigations end.
Avoid the impacted area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional travel time to nearby destinations. Consider remaining indoors to avoid smoke exposure, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water. Heed all official advisories, including evacuation orders.
