03.08.2026 15:39
Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara announced that the death toll from the 7.1 magnitude earthquake that struck the country's Kumamoto Prefecture has risen to 28.
Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara announced that the number of people who lost their lives in the 7.1 magnitude earthquake that occurred in the country's Kumamoto prefecture has risen to 28.
DEATH TOLL RISES TO 28
The toll of the 7.1 magnitude earthquake that struck Japan's Kumamoto prefecture continues to worsen. Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara stated that the number of deaths due to the earthquake has risen to 28, saying, "This number includes death cases believed to be related to the earthquake and under investigation." Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, in a statement on her social media account, thanked countries that sent messages of condolence and solidarity. Emphasizing that the support shown is very meaningful for Japan, Takaichi said, "I would also like to express my sincerest thanks for the offers of support we have received from many countries and international organizations so far. The Japanese government is working with all its might to carry out rescue efforts and provide assistance to the areas affected by the disaster." Takaichi stated that they will assess the situation and needs on the ground and examine how the support offers can be used in the best way.
7.1 MAGNITUDE EARTHQUAKE CAUSED DESTRUCTION
An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1, with its epicenter in Kumamoto prefecture, occurred in Japan, and a temporary tsunami advisory was issued for coastal areas of the Ariake and Yatsushiro seas following the tremor. Search and rescue operations were launched in many damaged structures and areas, especially the Aeon Mall shopping center, where an explosion occurred shortly after the earthquake, and the Nippon Paper Industries paper factory, which experienced a chimney collapse. Japan Self-Defense Forces (SDF) personnel were sent to the disaster area to support the efforts. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) warned that earthquakes of similar magnitude could occur within a week.