Hope dwindles for rescue in southwestern Japan quake as death toll climbs to 23
Summary
A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 struck southwestern Japan on Tuesday, causing an explosion at a mall, damaging buildings, and killing at least 23 people. Rescue teams are still working in the affected area, but hope to find more survivors is fading.Key Facts
- The earthquake occurred in the Kumamoto area on Kyushu, Japan’s southern main island.
- It measured 7.1 in magnitude.
- The quake caused an explosion at an AEON Mall shopping center.
- A factory chimney was toppled, and many homes were destroyed.
- At least 23 people have died as a result of the earthquake.
- At least 63 people were injured, with five in serious condition.
- Rescuers continue to search for survivors, but time is running out.
- The exact number of missing people is unknown.
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