A magnitude 7.1 earthquake has struck southwestern Japan, hitting inland on Kyushu island and triggering panic as reports emerge of people trapped inside the Aeon Mall in Kumamoto — where an explosion was also reported. Emergency crews are racing to the scene, while a tsunami warning was briefly issued before being lifted. Over 150,000 residents have been urged to evacuate to shelters. Rescue teams are prioritizing search-and-rescue operations as officials scramble to assess the full damage. This is a rapidly evolving situation — we’re watching closely for updates.

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