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Major Earthquake Strikes Southern Japan, Widespread Damage Reported
✍️ DD India
🗓 29 Jul 2026, 02:39 PM
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A powerful earthquake struck southern Japan, causing significant damage and prompting emergency responses across the region.
A major earthquake struck southern Japan, causing widespread damage to buildings and infrastructure.
Emergency services were dispatched to affected areas, and residents were advised to seek shelter.
The Japanese Meteorological Agency confirmed the quake and is monitoring aftershocks.
Authorities urged caution as the region prepares for potential secondary hazards.
Emergency services were dispatched to affected areas, and residents were advised to seek shelter.
The Japanese Meteorological Agency confirmed the quake and is monitoring aftershocks.
Authorities urged caution as the region prepares for potential secondary hazards.