TOKYO — The 7.6 magnitude earthquake that hit the western coastline of Japan on New Year’s has killed 213 people as of Thursday. Eight of the deaths were at evacuation centers, where rescued people died from injuries and sickness. Such deaths weren’t directly caused by the quakes, fires and mudslides. They happened in alleged safety. … Read more
WAJIMA, Japan — Rescue teams worked through snow to deliver supplies to isolated hamlets Sunday, six days after a powerful earthquake hit western Japan, killing at least 126 people. Heavy snowfall expected in Ishikawa Prefecture later Sunday and through the night added to the urgency. After Monday’s 7.6 magnitude temblor, 222 people were still unaccounted … Read more
SUZU, Japan — Rescue workers and canine units urgently sifted through rubble Wednesday ahead of predicted freezing cold and heavy rain in what the prime minister called a race against time after powerful earthquakes in western Japan killed 62 people. Dozens are believed trapped under collapsed buildings. Ishikawa prefecture and nearby areas were rattled by … Read more
KABUL, Afghanistan — Women and girls are in a “not only difficult … but deadly” situation following recent earthquakes in Afghanistan because of the humanitarian and civil rights crises in the country since the Taliban seized power, a U.N. official said Sunday. An update from U.N. Women highlighted some of the problems women are facing … Read more
The earthquake that struck Morocco late Friday has killed greater than 2,000 individuals, with the loss of life toll anticipated to extend as rescuers battle to succeed in some areas. Right here’s a take a look at the deadliest earthquakes over the previous 25 years: ___ — Sept. 8, 2023: In Morocco, a magnitude 6.8 … Read more