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Tracking the impact of the Japan earthquake in maps and charts
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· July 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway 8 and struck the southern Kumamoto prefecture.
A significant earthquake recently occurred in Japan, causing damage and loss of life. 8 and struck the southern Kumamoto prefecture. It is reported that several people were killed and dozens injured in the disaster.
The affected area is located on the island of Kyushu, approximately 550 miles from Tokyo. This region has experienced significant earthquakes in the past, including a devastating set of quakes in 2016. Further details about the earthquake and its impact are available from CNN, which is tracking the situation through maps and charts.
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Category: local Published: July 28, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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