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1 dead, 9 hurt in fire aboard vessel under construction in central Japan

A fire occurred aboard a vessel under construction in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, on Friday, resulting in one fatality and nine injuries. The incident took place at the port of Shimizu, involving a four-deck tanker being built by Kanasashi Heavy Industries Co. The fire, which began in the bow section of the lowest deck, was extinguished after approximately three hours. Local authorities reported that the nine injured individuals suffered from smoke inhalation but are not in life-threatening conditions. Around 40 workers were present at the site during the incident.

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1 dead, 9 hurt in fire aboard vessel under construction in central Japan

A fire occurred aboard a vessel under construction in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, on Friday, resulting in one fatality and nine injuries. The incident took place at the port of Shimizu, involving a four-deck tanker being built by Kanasashi Heavy Industries Co. The fire, which began in the bow section of the lowest deck, was extinguished after approximately three hours. Local authorities reported that the nine injured individuals suffered from smoke inhalation but are not in life-threatening conditions. Around 40 workers were present at the site during the incident.

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Why objectivity (90): The article maintains a neutral tone, presenting the incident without emotional language or bias. It focuses on factual reporting and avoids taking sides or expressing personal opinions.

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