Watch: Japan earthquake causes buildings to collapse, explosion in mall; 13 dead
A 7.1-magnitude earthquake in Japan's Kumamoto region killed at least 13 people and caused significant destruction, including building collapses and fires. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi confirmed ongoing rescue efforts, stating that many remain trapped under debris and that an emergency task force was activated. Authorities are also working to restore essential services while managing conditions in evacuation centers, where heatstroke poses an additional risk.