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Japan quake toll hits 13 after mall collapse, rescue efforts underway

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck the Kumamoto region of Japan, causing the death toll to rise to 13. The disaster led to the collapse of the second floor of the newly reopened Aeon Mall in Kashima Town, trapping individuals and prompting rescue efforts. Authorities are also investigating a potential gas leak explosion at the site. AI

RANK_REASON Natural disaster event with significant casualties and infrastructure damage. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.0]

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Japan quake toll hits 13 after mall collapse, rescue efforts underway

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Associated Press ·

    Japan quake death toll rises to 13 after newly reopened Aeon Mall collapses

    Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said 13 people have been found dead after a powerful quake shook part of southwestern Japan and rescue work was continuing Wednesday morning for the missing. A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck the Kumamoto area on the southern main island of …