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6.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Southern Japan

A 6.8 magnitude earthquake occurred in southern Japan on July 28, 2026, resulting in building damage. In related news, a teenager was arrested in Seattle for a mass shooting, and Florida plans to execute two individuals on the same day, a first in nearly a decade.

Al Jazeera English

Magnitude 6.8 Earthquake Strikes Kyushu Island, Japan

On July 28, 2026, a 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit Kyushu Island in Japan, leading to significant destruction, including building collapses and fires. The event has caused widespread damage in the affected areas.

Fox News — Latest

Aeon Mall in Kumamoto Prefecture Destroyed by Earthquake and Explosion

The Aeon Mall in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, was destroyed by a magnitude 6.8 earthquake followed by an explosion on July 28, 2026. The mall had recently reopened after reconstruction from a 2016 earthquake. Approximately 200 shoppers were evacuated, but 20 to 30 employees are still unaccounted for, and at least 50 people were reported injured.

New York Post

7.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Kumamoto, Japan

A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Kumamoto, Japan, on Tuesday, causing significant structural damage and injuring at least 50 people. Reports indicate that many individuals are unaccounted for following the event.

yahoo.com

Earthquake in Japan's Southwest Causes Damage and Injuries

A 7.1 magnitude earthquake hit Japan's southwest on Tuesday, causing building collapses and injuries. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reported that at least 50 people were hospitalized. The earthquake prompted power outages and damage to infrastructure, but no tsunami was observed.

apnews.com

7.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Kumamoto, Japan; Tsunami Advisory Issued

An earthquake measuring 7.1 in magnitude struck Kumamoto, Japan, prompting a temporary tsunami advisory that was lifted within two hours. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reported injuries and damage to infrastructure, while authorities are assessing the situation and preparing for potential aftershocks.