A powerful 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture on July 28, 2026, leaving at least 18 dead and over 200 injured. Rescue teams are racing against the clock to find dozens missing under the rubble of a shopping mall, as Japan mobilizes thousands of troops and international support pours in.
A powerful earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture on July 28, 2026. Japanese authorities are acting swiftly to rescue those affected, including mall employees. Despite the damage, the country's preparedness and prompt alerts demonstrate its admirable recovery capacity.
A powerful magnitude 7.1 earthquake rocked Japan's southern island of Kyushu on July 28, 2026, leaving at least 50 injured, buildings collapsed, and triggering a brief tsunami warning. The quake, centered near Kumamoto Prefecture, tested the nation's renowned disaster preparedness as authorities scrambled to assess damage and restore services.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
