‘Like volcanic ash falling’: Inside Aeon mall after Japan’s earthquake
Summary
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto, Japan, causing an explosion at the Aeon mall that partially collapsed the building. Rescue teams have recovered eight people, including three who died, while others remain missing as investigations into a possible gas leak continue.Key Facts
- A 7.1 magnitude earthquake hit Kumamoto, Japan, on Tuesday.
- The earthquake triggered an explosion at the Aeon mall, causing damage and debris to fly into the parking lot.
- About 3,000 shoppers were evacuated from the mall within 30 minutes after the earthquake.
- Eight people were pulled from the wreckage, with three confirmed dead and three still missing.
- Officials suspect a gas leak may have caused the explosion, but investigations are ongoing.
- Over 100 aftershocks followed the main earthquake, making rescue work dangerous.
- About 170 soldiers aided rescue operations, and all 25 cats from a cafe in the mall were safely rescued.
- Aeon mall had recently reopened after rebuilding and adding safety features following a previous earthquake in 2016.
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