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UPDATED Aug 7, 2026 at 11:10 AM ET
Aug 7, 2026 at 4:10 AM ET
Kumamoto builds quake-resistant buildings and trains locals
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Kumamoto reduced deaths from a major quake by building earthquake-resistant structures and training residents in search and rescue.
WHO: Kumamoto
WHAT: Built earthquake-resistant buildings and trained locals in search and rescue
WHEN: Reported Aug 7, 2026 at 8:54 AM ET
WHERE: Kumamoto, Japan
WHY: After deadly tremors a decade ago, Kumamoto implemented earthquake-resistant building and search-and-rescue training to reduce deaths.
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