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Japan Issues Tsunami Alert Following Powerful Earthquake

A 7.1 magnitude earthquake has struck southwest Japan, prompting a tsunami alert, damaging buildings, and cutting power supplies across the affected region.

By 28 Jul 2026 · 13:00 CET Updated 28 Jul 2026 · 13:00 CET

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According to Euronews, a powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Kyushu in southwest Japan, triggering an immediate tsunami alert. The strong tremor caused damage to local buildings and cut power supplies, leading to the prompt mobilization of emergency response efforts in the affected area.

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