Earthquake strikes southern Japan, causing damage
A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Kyushu, injuring at least 50 people nationwide and damaging buildings and roads.
OriginalSourceAl JazeeraQatarLeanCenter-leftCredibilityPublished11:02 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFCSourceAl JazeeraQatarLeanCenter-leftCredibilityPublished11:02 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFC
“Magnitude 7.1 earthquake shakes southern Japan, tsunami warning issued”
Magnitude 7.1 earthquake shakes southern Japan, tsunami warning issued
Key points
- A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto prefecture and surrounding areas on Kyushu.
- About 40,000 homes lost power and JR Kyushu suspended rail services, including bullet trains.
- A tsunami warning was issued for waves up to 1 metre by authorities.
- PM Sanae Takaichi urged vigilance for aftershocks and quick damage assessment.
- No irregularities reported at nuclear power stations; past Kumamoto quakes caused significant casualties.
Other reports
- SourceThe New York TimesUnited StatesLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The New York TimesSourceThe New York TimesUnited StatesLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The New York Times
- SourceThe Washington PostUnited StatesLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Washington PostSourceThe Washington PostUnited StatesLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Washington Post
“Powerful earthquake strikes southern Japan, causing destruction”
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A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Kyushu, injuring at least 50 people nationwide and damaging buildings and roads.