22 Aug 2024 | 03:26 AM UTC
Japan: Authorities responding to fire at Ikspiari Shopping Center in Tokyo Disneyland Theme Park, Urayasu, Chiba Prefecture, Aug. 22
Fire reported at Ikspiari Shopping Center in Tokyo Disneyland Theme Park, Urayasu, Chiba Prefecture, Japan, Aug. 22. Evacuations ongoing.
Authorities are responding to a fire at Ikspiari Shopping Center in Tokyo Disneyland Theme Park, Urayasu, Chiba Prefecture, as of the afternoon of Aug. 22. The blaze reportedly started at around 10:58 in a kitchen at the mall. Reports indicate that officials have evacuated the mall as a precaution. There are no immediate reports of casualties or the fire spreading to other compounds.
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 area until authorities give the all-clear. Follow all security personnel instructions, including any evacuation orders. Allow additional travel time in the area. Consider remaining indoors if smoke is heavy, 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.
