Death toll from southwestern Japan quake climbs to 34 as rescuers search damaged mall
Summary
A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 struck southwestern Japan’s Kyushu island, killing 34 people and injuring over 80. Rescue teams are searching the damaged Aeon Mall in Kumamoto prefecture, where part of the building collapsed and an explosion occurred.Key Facts
- The earthquake happened on Tuesday, July 29, 2026, in Kyushu, Japan’s southern main island.
- Authorities confirmed 34 deaths and are investigating one additional possible death.
- More than 80 people were injured, with five in serious condition.
- Over 3,500 homes lost electricity after the quake.
- Around 9,000 people are staying in shelters, where power is being added for air conditioning.
- The Aeon Mall in Kashima was heavily damaged; its second floor collapsed and an explosion occurred.
- Approximately 3,000 shoppers were evacuated from the mall before the explosion.
- Rescue teams continue to search for survivors and assess damage in the affected areas.
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