400 Missing — Powerful Earthquake Hits Japan, Major Metro Collapse
A powerful earthquake has struck Japan, causing intense ground shaking across multiple regions and leading to serious damage to underground metro infrastructure. Emergency services are responding as reports confirm missing persons, transportation disruptions, and large-scale safety inspections.
Strong seismic activity was felt in urban areas, forcing metro systems to shut down while rescue teams worked to secure affected tunnels and stations. Authorities issued emergency alerts, urging residents to remain calm, follow official instructions, and stay prepared for possible aftershocks.
International and regional news channels including NHK World, BBC News, CNN International, Reuters, Associated Press, Sky News, and Al Jazeera continue to provide live updates as the situation develops.
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 — Breaking News: Powerful Earthquake Strikes Japan
01:18 — Strong Ground Shaking Felt Across Cities
02:45 — Metro System Emergency Shutdown
04:10 — Reports of Metro Tunnel and Station Collapse
05:55 — Missing Persons Confirmed, Rescue Operations Begin
08:20 — Emergency Alerts and Public Safety Instructions
10:05 — Transportation Disruptions and Rail Inspections
12:30 — Power Outages and Communication Issues
14:10 — Official Statements from Authorities
16:40 — Live News Coverage and Global Monitoring
