Rescuers Battle Against Time After 7.5-Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Japan

Tokyo, Japan – A devastating 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck western Japan on New Year’s Day, resulting in the tragic loss of at least six lives and leaving numerous others injured. As rescuers race against time to find survivors amidst the rubble, the earthquake’s impact has been felt across the region. The powerful tremor hit about 26 miles northeast of Anamizu in Ishikawa prefecture, causing extensive damage to infrastructure and cutting off power to thousands of homes …

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Powerful 7.5-Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Western Japan on New Year’s Day

Tokyo, Japan – A powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck western Japan on New Year’s Day, resulting in at least six deaths and dozens of injuries, while forcing rescuers to work against the clock to find survivors. The earthquake, which hit the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa prefecture, inflicted damage to roads and buildings and caused power outages affecting 45,000 homes. Although tsunami warnings were issued in eastern Russia, they were downgraded to advisories and eventually canceled on …

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