Japan 6.8 earthquake kills 13 as thousands race to rescue survivors in Kumamoto
A powerful 6.8 magnitude earthquake has struck Japan's Kumamoto prefecture, leaving at least 13 people dead and triggering a major search and rescue operation. Emergency teams are racing to find survivors at Aeon Mall in Kashima and the Nippon Paper factory in Yatsushiro as thousands remain displaced. The disaster has also damaged historic landmarks, infrastructure and major industrial sites, with several manufacturers suspending operations. Watch this report for the latest verified developments from Kumamoto.
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