More than 100 aftershocks hit Japan after powerful quake that killed 13

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July 2026

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BBC News - World9h ago

More than 100 aftershocks hit Japan after powerful quake that killed 13

More than 100 aftershocks have struck Japan's southwestern Kyushu region following a powerful earthquake on Tuesday, which has resulted in at least 13 deaths and many others in "cardiopulmonary arrest." Rescue efforts are underway in Kumamoto prefecture, where crews are searching for survivors trapped in rubble at a paper factory and a shopping mall that experienced an explosion. Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi described the situation as a "race against time" for rescues. Thousands have been displaced to evacuation centers and are experiencing power outages. The Japan Meteorological Agency is warning residents to remain alert for potentially strong aftershocks, with the possibility of seismic intensity reaching magnitude 7 in the coming days.

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The Guardian - World News19h ago

Japan earthquake death toll rises as rescue teams search for missing amid aftershocks

A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Japan's Kyushu island on Tuesday, killing at least 13 people and injuring hundreds. The quake, which registered a maximum 7 on the Japanese shindo intensity scale in Kumamoto prefecture, caused widespread power and water outages affecting tens of thousands. The Japanese military mobilized 3,600 personnel for disaster relief operations, while rescue crews searched for missing individuals amid numerous aftershocks. Authorities warned of continued risks of strong quakes and landslides for about a week. Despite the intensity, strict building standards helped limit structural collapses.

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South China Morning Post17h ago

Japan quake death toll rises to 13 after newly reopened Aeon Mall collapses

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck the Kumamoto area on Japan's southern island of Kyushu late Tuesday afternoon, resulting in at least 13 confirmed deaths. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi emphasizing the urgency of finding missing individuals. The quake caused significant damage, including the collapse of the second floor of an Aeon Mall in Kashima Town, trapping people. Japan's Self Defence Forces have joined rescue operations and are assisting with the delivery of essential supplies. Officials are also investigating a reported gas leak explosion at the damaged mall.

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More than 100 aftershocks have occurred in Japan's Kyushu region following a powerful earthquake.

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At least 13 people have died as a result of the earthquake.

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Rescue crews are searching for survivors in rubble at a paper factory and a shopping mall in Kumamoto prefecture.

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The Aeon Mall in Kashima was significantly damaged, with a portion of its second floor collapsing.

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Rescue teams are continuing their search for survivors in southern Japan after a powerful earthquake.

April 2026

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South China Morning PostApr 27

Magnitude 6.2 quake strikes Japan’s Hokkaido, JMA warns of more to come

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck Hokkaido, Japan's northern island, early Monday morning. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) reported the quake occurred at a depth of 83 kilometers in the southern region. While no tsunami alert was issued and damage is predicted to be minimal due to the sparsely populated area, the JMA warned of an increased risk of falling rocks and landslides. Authorities also cautioned that further quakes of similar magnitude are likely in the coming week. This event follows a separate magnitude 5.0 earthquake that occurred south of Hokkaido hours prior.

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BBC News - WorldApr 20

Japan on high alert for 'huge' second quake after issuing tsunami warning

Japan is currently under a tsunami warning after a significant earthquake struck the country's east coast. The quake, which was followed by a series of aftershocks, prompted authorities to issue a warning for coastal regions and riverside areas. A tsunami alert was initially issued, but it was later downgraded and eventually removed shortly before midnight local time. The Japan Meteorological Agency warned that tsunami waves were expected to hit repeatedly, urging people to evacuate immediately from safe ground until the warning was lifted. Local authorities have taken precautions, including using loudspeakers in neighborhoods to warn residents and allowing office workers to leave early. No major damage or injuries have been reported so far.

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A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck Hokkaido at 5:23am at a depth of 83km.

— Japan Meteorological Agency

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No tsunami alert was issued following the 6.2-magnitude earthquake.

— Japan Meteorological Agency

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A magnitude 5.0 earthquake occurred in the sea south of Hokkaido hours before the 6.2 quake.

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Tsunami waves are expected to hit repeatedly.

— Japan's Meteorological Agency (JMA)

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100 homes were without power.

— Minoru Kihara, Japan's Cabinet Secretary