Search continues for survivors trapped under the debris.
Japan News: A large number of survivors are still trapped under the debris following the recent earthquake in Japan. A rapid search is going on for the people trapped in these debris. At least 73 people have died in the powerful earthquake that hit western Japan. On Wednesday, rescue workers conducted a search operation with the help of sniffer dogs amid fears that many people may still be trapped under the debris of the buildings destroyed by this natural disaster.
Tremors of earthquake of 4.9 magnitude still felt today
Tremors of 4.9 magnitude were felt in Japan’s Ishikawa province and surrounding areas on Wednesday. It was one of several aftershocks felt after the massive 7.6 magnitude earthquake that struck on Monday afternoon. The epicenter of the earthquake was near Noto, about 300 kilometers from Tokyo. A tsunami warning was issued due to the earthquake, which resulted in waves more than a meter high in some places. Experts say that in such a disaster, especially the first 72 hours are very important, because after three days the chances of someone’s survival are very less.
Search continues for survivors trapped under the debris.
‘We are in a critical period’, said Japanese PM
“More than 40 hours have passed,” Prime Minister Fumio Kishida told reporters. Understand that we are kind of racing against time and I think we are in a critical period.” He said, ”We have received reports that many people are still buried under the debris of collapsed buildings. And waiting for rescue.” Relief officials are delivering water, clothes, food and other supplies to the affected people. Water, electricity and phone services are still disrupted in some areas.
Search continues for survivors trapped under the debris.
As soon as I came out of the house, the house collapsed
Naomi Gono told that as soon as she and her children came out of the house, their house collapsed. But his children were shouting “Nani-Nani” and Gono saw that his mother was trapped under the debris and only her hand was visible. Gono told that he took them out through a very narrow place. “I can’t believe we’re alive, we’re living in fear right now,” he said.
Every house was destroyed, said the mayor
Mayor Masuhiro Izumiya said, “There are hardly any houses left intact, houses are either partially damaged or completely destroyed.” The weather department has forecast heavy rainfall in Ishikawa. A warning has been issued. There is a possibility of landslides due to heavy rains. The temperature is expected to remain around four degrees Celsius at night.
diseases can spread
According to Ishikawa prefectural authorities, 39 of the dead were from Wajima city and 23 from Suzu city. 11 others who lost their lives are from nearby cities. More than 300 people have been injured in the earthquake, out of which at least 25 are in critical condition. Ishikawa Governor Hiroshi Hase said that in view of the fear of the spread of infectious disease, people taking shelter in relief centers have been appealed to wear masks, use antiseptic and soap. He said that ensuring drinking water supply and toilet facilities for the displaced people is our priority.
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