Death toll from earthquake in Japan rises to 48
The number of people who lost their lives in the 7.6-magnitude earthquake that struck Ishikawa Prefecture in western Japan yesterday has risen to 48.
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The death toll from the 7.6-magnitude earthquake that struck Ishikawa Prefecture in western Japan has risen to 48.
While numerous earthquakes and structural damage have occurred in the region, tsunami warnings have been lifted. The Ishikawa Prefectural Government announced that 48 people have lost their lives following the earthquakes.
It has been determined that 14 people are waiting to be rescued from under the rubble. Preparations are underway to transport relief supplies by ship, while significant delays have been experienced on operating train lines.
The event where Emperor Naruhito was to greet the public has been canceled, but no abnormalities have been detected at nuclear power plants.