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Miracle in Japan: Woman in Her 90s Found Alive Under Rubble After Earthquake

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In a heartwarming tale of survival, a woman in her 90s is rescued from the aftermath of a devastating earthquake in Japan. The unexpected discovery brings hope amidst the chaos and destruction. Read on to uncover the miraculous details of her rescue story!

In a remarkable turn of events, a woman in her 90s was found alive under the rubble of a collapsed building in the town of Suzu, Japan, five days after a powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck the region. Rescue workers painstakingly extracted her from the wreckage, defying the odds and sparking a ray of hope in the disaster-stricken area.

The earthquake, which rocked the Japan Sea coast on New Year's Day, caused widespread devastation, claiming the lives of at least 126 people and leaving 222 others reported missing. Despite the grim circumstances, the miraculous survival of the elderly woman showcases the resilience and determination of both the rescue teams and the affected community.

As snow and storms added to the challenges faced by rescuers, the Japanese government vowed to provide continuous support to the quake-affected areas. Amidst the ongoing relief efforts and logistical constraints, the story of the woman's rescue stands as a beacon of hope and a testament to the human spirit's strength in adversity.

In a heartwarming display of solidarity, Taiwanese expatriates in Japan initiated a relief effort for the quake victims, highlighting the power of international cooperation in times of crisis. Additionally, Japan's foreign minister pledged unwavering support for Ukraine amidst its conflict with Russia, emphasizing the global interconnectedness in facing challenges. These acts of solidarity and support echo the resilience and unity demonstrated in the aftermath of natural disasters and geopolitical crises alike.

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Japan earthquake: Woman in 90s found alive under rubble five days ... (BBC News)

Rescue workers discovered her in the wreckage of a two-storey building in the town of Suzu. The 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck the Japan Sea coast on Monday, ...

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Woman in her 90s pulled alive from rubble of Japan earthquake (Aljazeera.com)

The 7.6 quake struck on New Year's Day, causing extensive damage to communities on the Noto Peninsula.

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Woman in 90s pulled from rubble alive five days after Japan ... (The Straits Times)

At least 126 people died in the magnitude 7.5 earthquake on New Year's Day and its aftershocks – a toll that is sure to rise, with 222 others reported missing ...

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Woman in Her 90s Rescued Alive 5 Days After Japan's Deadly ... (Voice of America)

This picture shows damaged homes in the town of Misaki in Suzu city, Ishikawa prefecture on Jan. 7, 2024, after a major 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck the Noto ...

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Woman rescued 5 days after Japan quake, as death toll tops 120 (Kyodo News Plus)

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Woman in 90s pulled from rubble five days after Japan quake (FRANCE 24)

A woman in her 90s trapped for five days under rubble caused by a huge earthquake in central Japan was rescued against the odds, but snow and storms were ...

Woman in 90s pulled from rubble five days after Japan quake (The Business Times)

The shockwaves from the magnitude-7.5 tremor on New Year's Day toppled buildings, sparked a major fire and triggered tsunami waves over a metre high on the Sea ...

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Japan premier vows 'ceaseless' aid as snow hampers quake relief (The Straits Times)

Local media reported that the disaster had now claimed at least 126 lives. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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Japanese government to give preferential treatment to quake victims (The Japan Times)

The government also plans to designate the earthquake as a disaster of extreme severity to raise its subsidy rate for restoration projects conducted by ...

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Woman in her 90s pulled alive from rubble five days after Japan ... (CNN)

The elderly woman was found amid the ruins of a two-story house five days after a 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck central Japan.

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Japan premier vows 'ceaseless' aid as snow hampers quake relief (Reuters)

Japan's prime minister vowed to provide "ceaseless" support to areas devastated by the New Year's Day earthquake as snow and sleet hampered rescue and ...

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Snow Hinders Rescues, Aid Deliveries After Japan Quake (Voice of America)

Rescue teams worked through snow to deliver supplies to isolated hamlets Sunday, six days after a powerful earthquake hit western Japan, killing at least ...

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Taiwanese expats in Japan ramp up relief effort for quake victims ... (Focus Taiwan News Channel)

Taipei, Jan. 7 (CNA) Humanitarian assistance initiated by Taiwanese expatriates in Japan is picking up steam in the wake of a magnitude 7.6 earthquake that ...

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Japan's foreign minister pledges continued support for Ukraine (Reuters)

Foreign minister Yoko Kamikawa pledged Japan's continued support for Ukraine as she visited Kyiv on Sunday in the midst of the country's invasion by Russia.

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Snow hinders rescues and aid to isolated communities after Japan ... (NPR)

Officials say 1370 homes were completely or partially destroyed. Many of the houses in that western coastal region of the main island are aging and wooden.

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Japan foreign minister says Tokyo 'determined' to support Ukraine (CNA)

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TRC in Japan for food expo (台北時報)

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Japan quake death toll jumps to 161, 103 missing (CNA)

The New Year's Day earthquake toppled buildings, sparked a major fire and triggered tsunami waves over a metre high.

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Japan quake toll hits 161 as snow hampers relief (Yahoo Singapore News)

The death toll from Japan's New Year's Day earthquake jumped to 161 on Monday as snow complicated relief efforts with more than 2000 people still cut off ...

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Japan earthquake death toll rises to 161 (BBC News)

But bad weather is hampering rescuers- with heavy rain and snow triggering warnings of landslides and building collapses. The 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck ...

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Thousands forced from homes by quake face stress and exhaustion ... (Stars and Stripes)

Thousands of people made homeless overnight are living in weariness and uncertainty on the western coast of Japan a week after a powerful earthquake caused ...

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