Major earthquake hits part of southern Japan
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A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake hit Japan's southern Kumamoto prefecture, causing widespread disruption including power outages for thousands, halted rail services, and tsunami warnings. This quake, coming after a series of smaller tremors, has raised concerns about potential aftershocks. Such seismic activity highlights Japan's vulnerability to natural disasters and underscores the importance of disaster preparedness and infrastructure resilience in earthquake-prone regions.
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