"Mountain Accidents in Gunma Decrease for the First Time in Four Years, but Deaths Rise - Police Urge Caution

Breaking News "Gunma Prefecture".
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In the first half of this year, there were 47 mountain accidents in Gunma Prefecture, the first decrease in four years, but the number of deaths increased by two.
According to a summary by the Gunma Prefectural Police, there were 47 mountain accidents from January to June, 19 fewer than the previous year, and the number of victims was 49, 26 fewer than the previous year, but the number of deaths increased by two to seven.
The prefectural police are calling for thorough preparations to protect lives, while citing the success of their outreach and patrols in raising awareness among climbers.