SpainA strong earthquake measuring 7.1 on the Richter scale struck the Kumamoto Prefecture in southern Japan on Tuesday, causing power outages, transportation chaos, mass evacuation orders, and an initial tsunami warning. According to NHK, several people were trapped inside a shopping mall, coinciding with reports from local police confirming a powerful explosion at the Aeon Mall shortly after the quake. Authorities confirmed the detonation but warned that rescue teams still face uncertainty in assessing structural damage and reaching potential victims. The police are also trying to locate nine missing individuals. The Japan Meteorological Agency reported the earthquake occurred at 16:27 local time (07:27 GMT), with its epicenter located approximately 10 kilometers deep under the island of Kyushu. Some areas recorded the maximum level of 7 on Japan’s seismic scale. Following the quake, the JMA issued a tsunami warning for coastal zones, predicting waves up to one meter high, though the alert was later lifted. Authorities advised residents in affected areas to remain vigilant against the risk of strong aftershocks and potential landslides for about a week. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi,
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