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A 7.1 magnitude quake hits Japan's southern Kyushu island killing at least 3

A 7.1 magnitude quake hits Japan's southern Kyushu island killing at least 3

An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 has shaken Japan’s southern main island of Kyushu, killing at least three people and leaving dozens of others missing or injured

Japan's Kyushu Island Hit by 7.1-Magnitude Earthquake, Causing Injuries and Infrastructure Damage

Japan's Kyushu Island Hit by 7.1-Magnitude Earthquake, Causing Injuries and Infrastructure Damage

On July 28, 2026, a powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Japan's Kyushu island, causing significant damage and injuries. The earthquake, which had a shallow depth of 6.2 miles, resulted in at least 50 injuries, collapsed buildings, damaged roads, fires, and power outages. Major companies like Sony and TSMC evacuated their employees and assessed the safety of their facilities. The earthquake was the country's most intense since 2024, reminiscent of the devastating 9.1-magnitude disaster in 2011 that led to nearly 20,000 deaths and massive tsunami waves. The government issued warnings for additional strong aftershocks and urged residents to remain vigilant.

Rescuers search for survivors after a 7.1 quake kills 18 in southwestern Japan

Rescuers search for survivors after a 7.1 quake kills 18 in southwestern Japan

Soldiers and emergency workers are combing through a badly damaged shopping mall and collapsed houses looking for trapped survivors Wednesday after a powerful earthquake that killed at least 18 people in southwestern Japan

Japan quake toll rises to 13 as rescuers haul people from collapsed mall

Japan quake toll rises to 13 as rescuers haul people from collapsed mall

(Corrects paragraph 2 to show while eight people were pulled from the rubble two were confirmed dead) By Joseph Campbell, Kaori Kaneko and Mariko Katsumura KUMAMOTO, Japan, July 29 (Reuters) - Rescuers were frantically searching on Wednesday for survivors of a 7.1-magnitude earthquake that shook

A 7.1 magnitude quake hits Japan's southern Kyushu island and dozens are injured or missing

A 7.1 magnitude quake hits Japan's southern Kyushu island and dozens are injured or missing

An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 has shaken Japan’s southern main island of Kyushu, leaving dozens of people missing or injured

Rescuers in Japan haul survivors from collapsed mall as earthquake toll rises to 13

Rescuers in Japan haul survivors from collapsed mall as earthquake toll rises to 13

By Tim Kelly, Kaori Kaneko and Mariko Katsumura YATSUSHIRO, Japan, July 29 (Reuters) - Rescuers were frantically searching on Wednesday for survivors of a 7.1-magnitude earthquake that shook southern Japan, killing at least 13 people, knocking out power to thousands of homes and rupturing roads

Japan's Kyushu Region Struck by 7.1 Magnitude Earthquake, Tsunami Advisory Lifted

Japan's Kyushu Region Struck by 7.1 Magnitude Earthquake, Tsunami Advisory Lifted

A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 hit Japan's southern Kyushu region, causing significant damage, including the collapse of part of a shopping center and injuries to dozens of people. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a tsunami advisory, which was lifted shortly after. The earthquake affected infrastructure, leading to blackouts, fires, and the suspension of train services. The Japanese Defense Ministry dispatched aircraft to assess the situation, and no abnormalities were reported at nearby nuclear power plants.

Death toll rises to 18 as rescuers comb through quake rubble in southwestern Japan

Death toll rises to 18 as rescuers comb through quake rubble in southwestern Japan

Soldiers and emergency workers are combing through a badly damaged shopping mall and collapsed houses looking for trapped survivors Wednesday after a powerful earthquake that killed at least 18 people in southwestern Japan

Rescuers haul survivors from wrecked Japan mall as earthquake toll hits 13

Rescuers haul survivors from wrecked Japan mall as earthquake toll hits 13

By Tim Kelly, Kaori Kaneko and Mariko Katsumura YATSUSHIRO, Japan, July 29 (Reuters) - Rescuers frantically searched for survivors on Wednesday, a day after a 7.1-magnitude earthquake shook southern Japan, killing at least 13 people, knocking out power to thousands of homes and rupturing roads

7.1 magnitude quake shakes Japan's Kyushu and people are missing after a shopping center collapses

7.1 magnitude quake shakes Japan's Kyushu and people are missing after a shopping center collapses

An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 has shaken Japan’s southern main island of Kyushu

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake shakes part of southern Japan and a tsunami advisory is issued

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake shakes part of southern Japan and a tsunami advisory is issued

An earthquake registering a preliminary magnitude of 7.1 has shaken Kumamoto on Japan’s southern main island of Kyushu

Japan's Kumamoto Prefecture Hit by 6.8 Magnitude Earthquake, Causing Fires and Building Collapses

Japan's Kumamoto Prefecture Hit by 6.8 Magnitude Earthquake, Causing Fires and Building Collapses

A series of earthquakes, including a 6.8 magnitude tremor, struck Japan's Kyushu island, particularly affecting Kumamoto Prefecture. The main earthquake occurred just before 4:30 p.m. local time, with an epicenter about 6 miles beneath the surface. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a tsunami advisory for parts of Kyushu, warning of waves up to 3 feet, which was later lifted. The earthquakes resulted in nearly a dozen fires and a partial building collapse, leading to hundreds of emergency calls. The Sendai Nuclear Power Plant reported no abnormalities, and Kumamoto Airport was closed due to the earthquake's effects.