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Strong 7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Japan
A magnitude-7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture on Japan's Kyushu Island, triggering a local tsunami advisory and causing widespread power outages and transit suspensions.
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Fuerte sismo de magnitud 7,1 sacude Japón
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A magnitude-7.1 earthquake was recorded this Tuesday in Japan's Kumamoto Prefecture, located on the island of Kyushu.
Following the seismic event, which occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers, a tsunami advisory of up to one meter high was issued for the Ariake and Yatsushiro seas.
The earthquake was felt across the entire island of Kyushu, with lower intensity reported in areas further from the epicenter.
Following the quake, approximately 40,000 households were left without power, according to local utility company Kyushu Electric Power, as reported by Reuters.
Additionally, rail operator JR Kyushu, which serves the island, suspended its transit operations, including its bullet train services.
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