Rescuers in Kumamoto continue operations in about 100-degree heat, while shelters with limited air-conditioning raise heatstroke risk.
WHO:Japan’s rescuers
WHAT:Rescuers battle extreme heat while working after a major earthquake; displaced people face heatstroke risk in shelters with limited air-conditioning.
WHEN:Aug 1, 2026 at 12:57 AM ET
WHERE:Kumamoto, Japan
WHY:Rescue work is ongoing after the earthquake while temperatures reach about 100 degrees and shelters have limited air-conditioning.
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