Japan Earthquake Shakes Kyushu | Birmingham News

Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 28, 2026 · 1m

Japan braced for aftershocks after a powerful 6.8-magnitude earthquake rattled Kyushu, hitting Kumamoto hard — initially misreported as 7.1. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi confirmed injuries, road and bridge damage, blackouts, and fires, urging caution with open flames and broken glass. Coastal evacuations remain in effect until tsunami warnings lift. Thankfully, no major damage to nuclear plants or critical infrastructure was reported, though bullet trains and the local airport were shut down for safety checks. This quake echoes the devastation of 2016 — a stark reminder of nature’s raw power…