The Economic Times

Japan earthquake: From building to bridges, watch how powerful 7.1-magnitude tremors shook Kumamoto

Japan earthquake Update: A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, causing significant disruption. The tremor registered the highest level on Japan's shindo scale, impacting local residents. Tsunami advisories were issued for coastal areas, urging immediate evacuation inland. Factories halted operations and rail services were suspended across the affected region. The event reopened old wounds for a region still healing from a past quake.