2024-01-02 19:10:00
The earthquake in Japan leaves widespread damage. Here is a look at the most affected areas
Damage is widespread in cities in Japan’s Ishikawa prefecture following Monday’s 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck western Japan and was followed by multiple followingshocks.
These are some of the cities impacted by the earthquake:
Wajima City: The fire department reports that 25 buildings, including homes, have collapsed and 14 structures may still have people trapped inside, according to Japanese public broadcaster NHK. The fire that started on Monday is no longer at risk of spreading, but firefighters are still at the scene. About 200 buildings are believed to have burned on Asaichi Street, a popular tourist area in Wajima, according to NHK.
Suzu City: Authorities say at least 53 houses collapsed and a building believed to be a temple was destroyed and nearby tombs knocked down, according to NHK. Several ships also capsized in the port.
Noto Airport: About 500 people are stranded following the terminal was damaged. They are provided with food and blankets, but the nearby roads are damaged and they cannot leave, NHK reports. The airport will be closed at least until Thursday, NHK reports.
Kanazawa City: at least three houses on a slope were damaged.
City of Nanao: Aerial images taken by NHK appear to show several locations with bare mountain surfaces where a landslide may have occurred.
Shika City: Buildings were damaged, including Togi hospital, where authorities said 70 patients had to be transported elsewhere, NHK reports.
City of Himi: There are cracked roads and the concrete walls of several houses have collapsed.
Niigata City: A road through rice fields in the countryside is closed due to cracks and downed electricity poles.
Joetsu City: Cabins along the beach were damaged or washed away and the road into the city is closed, according to NHK.
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