Number of earthquake victims exceeded 160 people in Japan
In Japan, the number of earthquake victims has exceeded 160 people (photo: GettyImages)
In Japan, the number of casualties due to the earthquake has increased. 161 people have died, and search and rescue operations are ongoing, according to NHK.
The number of casualties from the earthquake by cities:
- Wajima - 70 people
- Suzu - 70 people
- Anamizu - 11
- Nanao - 5
- Noto - 2
- Sado - 2
- Hakui - 1
Additionally, 103 people are considered missing. At least 565 people have sustained serious injuries in Ishikawa Prefecture.
Earthquake in Japan
On January 1, a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.6 occurred in Japan. Following this, a series of strong aftershocks took place within the day – more than 100 were recorded within 12 hours.
As of the evening of January 1, only four deaths were known due to the earthquakes. However, the number of confirmed victims rapidly increased. Earlier on Tuesday evening, 57 deaths were reported as a result of the earthquakes in Japan.
Later, it was reported that the number of casualties from the strong earthquake had risen to 92 people, and the whereabouts of 242 individuals remained unknown. Additionally, over 10 national highways were blocked due to landslides caused by the earthquake and tsunami.
On the evening of Saturday, January 6, it became known that the number of earthquake victims in Japan had increased to 126 people. Another 210 people were considered missing.
