Japan earthquake death toll rises as rescue teams search for missing amid aftershocks
Summary
A strong earthquake measuring 6.8 hit southern Japan's Kyushu island, killing at least five people and leaving nine missing. Rescue teams are working in damaged areas, and the Japanese government warns of more aftershocks and risks of landslides in the coming days.Key Facts
- The earthquake struck Kumamoto prefecture on Kyushu island at 4:27 pm local time.
- It registered a magnitude of 6.8 and a maximum intensity of 7 on Japan’s shindo scale.
- At least five people died, nine remain missing, and over 350 have been injured.
- A paper mill chimney collapsed, trapping workers; two were found in cardiac arrest, nine are missing.
- The military deployed 3,600 personnel and 20 aircraft for disaster relief and damage assessment.
- Over 60 aftershocks have occurred, with magnitudes between 1 and 4.
- About 50,000 homes lost power, and 140,000 homes lost water supply.
- An explosion occurred at a large shopping mall, possibly caused by a gas leak; two women died there.
- Many people stayed in cars overnight due to fear of aftershocks, while authorities warn of heatstroke risks due to hot, humid weather.
- Japan’s strict building standards helped reduce collapse and casualties despite the quake’s strength.
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