A major earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.1 struck Japan’s southern Kumamoto prefecture, causing widespread power outages, disrupted rail services, and tsunami warnings.The quake triggered emergency alerts across Kyushu islands, including Kumamoto, Nagasaki, Kagoshima, Fukuoka, Saga, Oita, and Miyazaki.While no tsunami activity was observed, the Japan Meteorological Agency cautioned that sea level conditions could influence advisory lifting.Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi confirmed multiple injuries, collapsed buildings, and fires in affected areas, with ongoing assessments of damage.Companies like Sony and TSMC, which operate facilities in the region, are evaluating their status.Over 40,000 homes lost power, and JR Kyushu suspended services, including high-speed trains.Nuclear plants showed no irregularities, per authorities.The event highlights Japan’s vulnerability to earthquakes, with historical context of a 2016 disaster that killed 275 people.Authorities urged caution as aftershocks and potential risks remain.