Heatstroke risks rise in Kumamoto following earthquake
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Kumamoto residents and recovery teams
Kumamoto, Japan
August 3, 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 28/4/2026, 2:50:47 AM
Extreme temperatures exceeding 40 C in Kumamoto increase the risk of disaster-related deaths. Recovery efforts are ongoing one week after the powerful earthquake.
- Earlier version 18/4/2026, 2:10:32 AM
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