48 people killed as earthquake in Japan destroys buildings and tears apart roads

The death toll in Japan’s powerful earthquake that collapsed houses and triggered a tsunami warning now stands at 48.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said the earthquake had claimed many lives and they faced a “race against time” to save survivors.

About 1,000 rescue workers are searching for people they believe may be trapped under the rubble.

The Japanese military distributed supplies, including food, water and blankets, to those who had to flee their homes.

All tsunami warnings have now been lifted along the Sea of ​​Japan, meaning there is no longer a risk of such an event.

President Joe Biden said the US is ready to provide all necessary aid.

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