Fire breaks out in primary school in Tokyo: several students have to flee through the roof

A serious fire broke out in the Japanese capital Tokyo, forcing around 300 students and staff members to leave the school building in a hurry. Images show how they do this by fleeing to the schoolyard via the roof. Meanwhile, thick black smoke comes from the building. Several students suffered injuries from smoke inhalation. A teacher was taken to hospital with minor injuries. Further investigation will have to reveal exactly how the fire could have started.

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