Japan: Arson incident in Kyoto leaves one dead, 37 injured July 18

Event

Emergency response officials reported a suspected arson incident in Kyoto on Thursday, July 18, that has killed at least one person and left 37 injured. At least 10 are in serious condition. A total of 35 firefighting vehicles responded to calls at 10:35 (local time) of a fire at a Kyoto Animation studio in Fushimi neighborhood, near the Rokujizo Station. As of 12:30, the blaze was ongoing. Localized disruptions are expected in the area for the coming hours.

Advice

Individuals in Kyoto are advised to avoid the area, anticipate localized disruptions, and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.