Many Feared Trapped in Quake Hit Japan Mall The earthquake that struck Kumamoto, Japan on July 28 has left widespread destruction in its wake. The 7.
1 magnitude quake caused multiple building collapses, fires, and reports of people trapped in a shopping mall. Rescue efforts are currently underway. Japan's geography makes it prone to significant earthquakes.
The country sits atop four major tectonic plates, which creates a volatile mix that has resulted in some of the most devastating quakes in recent history.