Key Points
- Earthquake of magnitude 7 hits Japan
- Significant damage in Kumamoto prefecture
- Authorities assessing damage extent
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A magnitude 7 earthquake struck Japan's Kumamoto prefecture, causing significant damage to a building in the Ushiro police station in the Ushiro region of Kumamoto city.
During the earthquake, objects inside the building were overturned, creating a large commotion. Authorities have begun work to determine the extent of the damage caused by the earthquake. No deaths or injuries have been reported in Japan due to the earthquake.
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- When did the earthquake occur in Japan?
- The earthquake occurred recently in Japan.
- In which region did the earthquake occur?
- The earthquake occurred in the Ushiro region of Kumamoto prefecture.
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- No, there were no reported deaths or injuries due to the earthquake.
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