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Japan earthquake kills at least 13 as rescuers search for people trapped in damaged mall and factory

A magnitude-7.1 earthquake hit southwestern Japan, killing multiple people and trapping others in damaged buildings. Rescuers are searching for survivors in a race against time. The death toll has been reported differently by various sources.

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  1. Japan earthquake death toll rises

    A magnitude-7.1 earthquake hit southwestern Japan, killing multiple people and trapping others in damaged buildings. Rescuers are searching for survivors in a race against time. The death toll has been reported differently by various sources.

    What's confirmed:

    • At least 13 people have been killed in southwestern Japan after a magnitude-7.1 earthquake.
    • More than 100 aftershocks hit after the deadly quake.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The death toll has been reported as high as 34.
    confidence 85%