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Updated Jul 29, 2026
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A powerful magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck southwestern Japan causing train derailments, an explosion at a shopping center, injuries, and at least one death.
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A powerful magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck southwestern Japan causing train derailments, an explosion at a shopping center, injuries, and at least one death.
A severe earthquake measuring magnitude 7.1 hit southwestern Japan, resulting in significant disruptions including a train derailment and an explosion at a shopping center, likely caused by a gas leak. Emergency responders have recovered at least one fatality and are addressing numerous injuries and widespread damage. This event has triggered extensive news coverage as rescue and relief efforts continue, with a focus on the affected Kumamoto region and nearby areas.
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