On Tuesday afternoon, a heavy earth-quake happens in Japan. The ground shakes with a power of 7,1. The island Kyushu has big problems. The number of dead people rises to 34. Many people are hurt or missing.
In the city Kashima, an explosion happens. This happens in a shop center. There, 7 people die. In a paper factory in Yatsushiro, 8 people die. A tall chimney falls down there. Also, a worker from Vietnam dies.
Over 10.000 people live in safe places now. In 23.000 houses, no power works. In 75.000 houses, no water works. Helpers bring water and food with ships. They also bring cool boxes for the big heat.
In the region, it is very hot. It is nearly 35 degrees. At the weekend, it gets even hotter. This is bad for old people. Big firms close their factories. Soldiers help to look for survivors.
