Massive earthquakes have struck Japan leading to the death of at least forty-eight (48) people.
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| An aerial view of collapsed houses after a 7.6 magnitude earthquake hit Japan on Monday 1 January, 2024. Photo: news.sky.com |
Emergency services are facing difficulty in rescuing those who could be trapped under rubble.
All warnings of tsunami have been reduced as of this morning (Tuesday 2 January, 2024), however, there are warnings of possible further tremors.
According to news.sky.com:
Most of the roads leading to Wajima city have been left impassable after the quake registered an intensity of upper six in the area.
Twenty-five buildings collapsed, 14 of which may have people trapped inside, fire department officials have said.
