A strong earthquake struck Japan's Kyushu island on 28 July, killing 13 people. Officials say more than 100 aftershocks have followed and are urging residents to stay alert.
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Key facts
- A strong earthquake struck Japan's Kyushu island on 28 July.
- The quake killed 13 people, according to the BBC.
- More than 100 aftershocks have hit the region since the initial quake.
- Officials warn aftershocks could potentially reach magnitude 7.
- Residents are being urged to stay alert.
A powerful earthquake struck Japan’s Kyushu island on 28 July, according to the BBC. Video published by the broadcaster showed locations across the region where the strong quake hit.
The earthquake killed 13 people, the BBC reported. In the days that followed, the region was rocked by continuing seismic activity.
More than 100 aftershocks have hit Japan since the initial quake, according to the BBC. Officials warned that these aftershocks could potentially reach a magnitude of 7.
With the threat of further strong tremors, people are being urged to stay alert, officials said.
The BBC’s coverage included video footage capturing the moment the quake struck across the affected region, illustrating the scale of the event on Kyushu island.
As of the latest reporting on 29 July, authorities continued to advise vigilance in the wake of the ongoing aftershocks.
Why it matters
A deadly earthquake followed by more than 100 aftershocks poses continued risks to residents of Kyushu. Official warnings that aftershocks could reach magnitude 7 mean the danger has not passed and communities remain on alert.
Frequently asked questions
When did the earthquake strike Japan?
The earthquake struck Japan's Kyushu island on 28 July, according to the BBC.
How many people were killed?
The earthquake killed 13 people, according to the BBC.
How strong could the aftershocks be?
Officials say the aftershocks could potentially reach magnitude 7, and residents are being urged to stay alert.
Timeline
- More than 100 aftershocks hit Japan after powerful quake that killed 13
BBC World: People are being urged to stay alert, with earthquake aftershocks potentially reaching magnitude 7, officials say
- More than 100 aftershocks hit Japan after deadly quake that killed 13
BBC World: People are being urged to stay alert, with earthquake aftershocks potentially reaching magnitude 7, officials say
- Watch: The moment quake hit Japan
BBC World: Video shows locations across the region where a strong earthquake struck Japan's Kyushu island on 28 July.