Japan earthquake death toll hits 13

Kumamoto, in southern Japan, experienced a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1, which resulted in at least 13 deaths and dozens of injuries. Rescue efforts are ongoing to find survivors. The earthquake's strength caused power outages for thousands, cracks in roads and buildings, and the partial collapse of a shopping center, leading to the death of two women in their twenties in an explosion of unknown origin one hour after the quake. Additionally, more than 4,500 soldiers have been deployed to assist in relief efforts. Authorities reported receiving 386 emergency calls, and investigations are continuing into the cause of the explosion and the pace of rescue operations.

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