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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Police officers mobilize search dogs on July 30, 2026, at the Aeon Mall building in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, two days after it was heavily damaged by an explosion triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Photo taken from a drone on July 30, 2026, shows search and rescue operations continuing at the Aeon Mall building in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, two days after it was heavily damaged by an explosion triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Photo taken from a drone on July 30, 2026, shows search and rescue operations continuing at the Aeon Mall building in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, two days after it was heavily damaged by an explosion triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Photo taken from a drone on July 30, 2026, shows search and rescue operations continuing at the Aeon Mall building in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, two days after it was heavily damaged by an explosion triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Photo taken from a drone on July 30, 2026, shows search and rescue operations continuing at the Aeon Mall building in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, two days after it was heavily damaged by an explosion triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter on July 29, 2026, shows a destroyed Aeon Mall building in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, a day after an explosion apparently triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter on July 29, 2026, shows a destroyed Aeon Mall building in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, a day after an explosion apparently triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Search and rescue operations continue at a destroyed Aeon Mall building in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, on July 29, 2026, a day after an explosion apparently triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Journalists gather near a destroyed Aeon Mall building (back) in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, on July 29, 2026, a day after an explosion apparently triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Photo taken on July 29, 2026, shows a partially collapsed Aeon Mall building in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, a day after an explosion apparently triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows an abandoned truck near a destroyed Aeon Mall building in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, on July 29, 2026, a day after an explosion apparently triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter on July 29, 2026, shows a destroyed Aeon Mall building in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, a day after an explosion apparently triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter on July 29, 2026, shows a destroyed Aeon Mall building in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, a day after an explosion apparently triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter on July 29, 2026, shows a destroyed Aeon Mall building in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, a day after an explosion apparently triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

A truck is seen abandoned near a destroyed Aeon Mall building in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, on July 29, 2026, a day after an explosion apparently triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Access to a destroyed Aeon Mall building (back) in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, is cordoned off on July 29, 2026, a day after an explosion apparently triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Photo taken on July 29, 2026, shows a destroyed Aeon Mall building (back) in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, a day after an explosion apparently triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Access to a destroyed Aeon Mall building (back) in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, is cordoned off on July 29, 2026, a day after an explosion apparently triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Search and rescue operations continue at a destroyed Aeon Mall building in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, on July 29, 2026, a day after an explosion apparently triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Photo taken on July 29, 2026, shows a destroyed Aeon Mall building in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, a day after an explosion apparently triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Search and rescue operations continue at a destroyed Aeon Mall building in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, on July 29, 2026, a day after an explosion apparently triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto Pref.

Photo taken on July 29, 2026, shows a destroyed Aeon Mall building in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, a day after an explosion apparently triggered by a gas leak following a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Denmark: Water Leak Floods Copenhagen Airport Departures Terminal

A water leak caused flooding in the departures terminal at Copenhagen Airport on Wednesday morning, July 1, with water pouring from the ceiling and covering the floor. According to reports, the leak was stopped and largely under control by midday, with the floor now dry. The airport said the incident posed an operational challenge but that no flights or passengers were affected. The cause of the leak remains under investigation.

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China: Kitchen Gas Explosion Caught on Camera in Guangxi

On February 3, 2026, in Guangxi, a video recorded a sudden kitchen accident. The homeowner was cooking when the gas stove knob was turned to an excessively high setting. As the person lifted a metal pan to stir the food, a flame suddenly surged upward. Escaped gas in the air ignited instantly, producing a strong burst of fire.

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China: Yellow Rainstorm Warning Issued as Gusty Winds and Heavy Rain Batter Chongqing

On April 19, 2026, in Chongqing, China, a video captured pedestrians struggling to move forward along a rain-soaked road as heavy rain lashed the city. According to local authorities, a yellow rainstorm warning had been issued across the municipality, with forecasts indicating intense rainfall in several districts and counties.

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US: American Family Field Springs Leaks During Severe Milwaukee Storms

Severe storms brought heavy flooding to Milwaukee on Wednesday night, April 15, forcing freeway closures and leaving vehicles stranded in rising water. Authorities urged residents to stay off the roads. The flooding was part of a week-long severe weather outbreak, including tornadoes and hail, stretching from Texas to the Great Lakes. This video shows the leaking situation inside American Family Field.

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Taiwan: Fire Breaks Out at CPC Dalin Refinery After Heavy Oil Leak in Kaohsiung 2

A fire broke out at CPC Corporation's Dalin Refinery in Kaohsiung on April 3, 2026, after heavy oil leaked from a tank in Zone F. Firefighters dispatched 10 vehicles and 22 personnel to the scene, where the valve was immediately shut off. The cause of the incident is still under investigation.

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Taiwan: Fire Breaks Out at CPC Dalin Refinery After Heavy Oil Leak in Kaohsiung 3

A fire broke out at CPC Corporation's Dalin Refinery in Kaohsiung on April 3, 2026, after heavy oil leaked from a tank in Zone F. Firefighters dispatched 10 vehicles and 22 personnel to the scene, where the valve was immediately shut off. The cause of the incident is still under investigation.

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Taiwan: Fire Breaks Out at CPC Dalin Refinery After Heavy Oil Leak in Kaohsiung

A fire broke out at CPC Corporation's Dalin Refinery in Kaohsiung on April 3, 2026, after heavy oil leaked from a tank in Zone F. Firefighters dispatched 10 vehicles and 22 personnel to the scene, where the valve was immediately shut off. The cause of the incident is still under investigation.

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Netherlands: At Least Four Injured as Gas Leak Explosion Destroys Multiple Homes in Utrecht 2

A gas leak triggered a powerful explosion at a house in central Utrecht on Thursday, January 15, leaving at least four people injured. While the damage was immense, there were no reports of missing persons. The cause of the blast was not immediately known.

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Netherlands: At Least Four Injured as Gas Leak Explosion Destroys Multiple Homes in Utrecht

A gas leak triggered a powerful explosion at a house in central Utrecht on Thursday, January 15, leaving at least four people injured. While the damage was immense, there were no reports of missing persons. The cause of the blast was not immediately known.

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US: Two Killed, 20 Injured in Explosion and Fire at Pennsylvania Nursing Home

On December 23, an explosion and fire, possibly caused by a gas leak, struck a nursing home in Bristol, Pennsylvania, killing two women — a resident and an employee — and injuring 20 others. Nineteen of the injured remain hospitalized, including one in critical condition.

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France: Bus Catches Fire in Le Raincy

On Wednesday morning, December 10, a Route 602 bus caught fire at a bus stop in Le Raincy. The blaze led to a gas leak which needed the temporary evacuation of nearby residents. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the incident.

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China: Elderly Woman Battles Kitchen Gas Explosion in Shaoxing

An 82-year-old woman in Shaoxing, Zhejiang, faced a gas explosion head-on while cooking alone on October 13, 2025. Video shows flames erupting from her stove, but she calmly shut off the gas valve before breaking down in tears. The blast was caused by a detached gas pipe, and fortunately, she was not injured.

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Spain: Heavy Rains Cause Flooding and Travel Disruptions in A Coruña

Heavy rainfall on Tuesday afternoon, October 21, caused widespread traffic disruptions and flooding throughout the city of A Coruña. The sheer volume of rain in a short period led to significant traffic problems, particularly on the seafront promenade. The A Coruña Fire Brigade was called upon to intervene and unblock drains near the roundabout after the Eirís tunnel. This video shows the water leaking from the ceiling at a sports center in A Sardiñeira.

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2025 Shandong Clean Energy Industry Expo in Yantai

2025 Shandong Clean Energy Industry Expo in Yantai

YANTAI, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 - The audience learned about a radiation resistant leak monitoring ultrasonic flowmeter model at the 2025 Shandong Clean Energy Industry Expo in Yantai, Shandong Province, China on September 15, 2025.

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UK: Chlorine Gas Leak Forces Evacuation at Guy’s Hospital in London

A chlorine gas leak at Guy’s Hospital in London on Thursday, August 14, forced the evacuation of over 150 people. Four were hospitalized after inhaling the gas.

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Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

The Jules Verne Clinic is being evacuated after a chemical leak in Nantes, France, on July 22, 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

The Jules Verne Clinic is being evacuated after a chemical leak in Nantes, France, on July 22, 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

The Jules Verne Clinic is being evacuated after a chemical leak in Nantes, France, on July 22, 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

The Jules Verne Clinic is being evacuated after a chemical leak in Nantes, France, on July 22, 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

The Jules Verne Clinic is being evacuated after a chemical leak in Nantes, France, on July 22, 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

The Jules Verne Clinic is being evacuated after a chemical leak in Nantes, France, on July 22, 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

The Jules Verne Clinic is being evacuated after a chemical leak in Nantes, France, on July 22, 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

The Jules Verne Clinic is being evacuated after a chemical leak in Nantes, France, on July 22, 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

The Jules Verne Clinic is being evacuated after a chemical leak in Nantes, France, on July 22, 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

The Jules Verne Clinic is being evacuated after a chemical leak in Nantes, France, on July 22, 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

The Jules Verne Clinic is being evacuated after a chemical leak in Nantes, France, on July 22, 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

The Jules Verne Clinic is being evacuated after a chemical leak in Nantes, France, on July 22, 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation At Jules Verne Clinic - Nantes

The Jules Verne Clinic is being evacuated after a chemical leak in Nantes, France, on July 22, 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

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