TOKYO, Jan. 16 (Xinhua) -- A fire that engulfed two apartment buildings in Japan's Kawasaki early Thursday has left three people dead and four others injured.

The fire, which started at around 4:20 a.m. local time in a two-story wooden apartment in Kawasaki's Kawasaki Ward, spread to a neighboring building, completely destroying both structures.

The victims, all men in their 70s and 80s, were found in cardiac arrest at the scene and have been later confirmed dead. Four others sustained burns and injuries.

The accident took place in a densely packed residential area. Local authorities are working to determine the cause of the fire.

A dry weather advisory has been issued across the Kanagawa Prefecture and the wider Kanto region, with the Japan Meteorological Agency urging residents to exercise caution with fire. Enditem

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