The death toll from the powerful earthquake in Japan's Kumamoto region has risen to 34, with rescue teams continuing search operations. Thousands remain without electricity or in shelters as authorities respond to widespread damage caused by the magnitude 7.1 quake
A strong earthquake of magnitude 7.1 struck Kumamoto in Japan’s southern Kyushu island on Tuesday afternoon, prompting a tsunami advisory. The tremor, originating 10 km below the sea surface, caused no immediate damage or injuries.
A 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck near Sanriku, prompting Japan Meteorological Agency tsunami alerts. Waves hit Iwate Prefecture, with evacuation advisories issued, as authorities warned of stronger tsunamis and aftershocks along Japan’s northern coast
A succession of 21 quakes, all over 4.0 magnitude rocked Japan in just over 90 minutes. The strongest of jolts was measured 7.6 magnitude on the Richter scale.
