Rescue Efforts in Japan Continue After a Series of Earthquakes

Japan is reeling from a series of devastating earthquakes, the largest being a 7.6 magnitude, causing widespread destruction and a rising death toll. The quakes struck the Noto Peninsula, leading to building collapses, fires, and tsunami warnings. The Prime Minister of Japan, Fumio Kishida, has declared it a 'battle against time' to rescue those trapped under rubble. At least 48 people are confirmed dead, with many more injured or missing. The worst-hit area is Wajima city, where over 100 buildings have been destroyed, and 15 deaths reported. Rescue efforts are hampered by damaged infrastructure, with roads blocked and an airport closed due to runway cracks. Thousands of residents have been evacuated, and many are sheltering in public buildings. Despite the lifting of tsunami warnings ...