- Magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Japan's Kumamoto prefecture, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.
- Tsunami warning for a wave measuring 1 meter (3.28 ft) was issued after the earthquake.
- The quake's epicenter was located 10 kilometers deep, according to JMA.
- The Japanese government issued emergency earthquake warnings for several prefectures including Kumamoto, Nagasaki, and Fukuoka.
- Residents in coastal areas have been urged to move to higher ground and follow official evacuation instructions.
- The Japanese prime minister's office has instructed authorities to assess the state of affairs regarding damage as soon as possible.
- The government also instructed authorities to prioritize human life above all else and spare no effort in emergency disaster response.
A powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Japan's Kumamoto prefecture on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at a depth of 10 kilometers, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.
Following the quake, a tsunami warning was issued for a wave measuring 1 meter (3.28 feet). Authorities have urged residents in coastal areas to move to higher ground and follow official evacuation instructions.347
The Japanese government has issued emergency earthquake warnings across several prefectures, including Kumamoto, Nagasaki, Kagoshima, Fukuoka, Saga, Oita, and Miyazaki, all located on Japan's southern Kyushu island.6
In response to the disaster, the Japanese prime minister's office has instructed authorities to assess the situation regarding damage as soon as possible, emphasizing the need to prioritize human life and spare no effort in emergency disaster response.89
The quake's epicenter was located in Kumamoto, a region that has experienced significant seismic activity in the past, raising concerns about potential aftershocks and further damage.5
As the situation develops, officials are closely monitoring the impact of the earthquake and the effectiveness of the evacuation measures in place.
“The earthquake struck at a depth of 10 kilometers, prompting the Japanese government to issue emergency warnings across multiple prefectures, including Kumamoto and Nagasaki. Authorities have urged residents in coastal areas to evacuate to higher ground and prioritize safety as they assess potential damage.”
