A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck southwestern Japan on Tuesday, resulting in at least 50 injuries and the collapse of approximately 12 buildings. The tremor, centered in the Kumamoto region, prompted emergency responses as authorities worked to address reports of individuals trapped within the damaged structures.
The injured were transported to local hospitals for medical treatment following the seismic event. In response to the earthquake, authorities issued a tsunami warning for the affected coastal areas. Emergency operations remain ongoing as officials assess the full extent of the damage to infrastructure and residential properties in the region.
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