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A magnitude 7.1 earthquake shattered Kyushu, leaving devastation in its wake as sweltering heat—nearly 40°C—exacerbates the crisis. Thousands remain displaced without water or fuel, many sleeping in cars or overcrowded shelters lacking air conditioning. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s visit to a well-equipped shelter drew backlash for not reflecting the grim reality faced by most. Tragically, 38 lives were lost—including one from heat stroke in a car—and two workers died after being sent back into a collapsed mall to retrieve sales proceeds. Over 11,000 buildings are damaged, 700 homes destroyed, and 114 injured. As rescue efforts continue, the relentless heat threatens more lives daily.

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