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Rescuers search for survivors after powerful quake kills at least 18 in southwestern Japan
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· July 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway At least 18 people have been killed, including one foreigner.
A powerful earthquake has struck southwestern Japan, resulting in significant damage and loss of life. At least 18 people have been killed, including one foreigner. Rescue efforts are underway, with soldiers and emergency workers searching for survivors in collapsed houses and a badly damaged shopping mall.
The search for trapped individuals is ongoing. Further details about the earthquake and its aftermath are available from ABC13 Houston, for those seeking more information about this developing story.
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Category: safety Published: July 29, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK / ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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