Japanese officials warn of powerful aftershocks after 7.1 magnitude earthquake [R9Jh8Qmpavr]
A 7.1 magnitude earthquake has struck Japan's southern island of Kyushu. Officials warned of a tsunami earlier, which has now been withdrawn. Former prime minister Fumio Kishida said people's lives are "the top priority" and warned of the possibility of strong aftershocks as seismic activity continues in the area. #japan #earthquake #tsunami #skynews SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for more videos: Follow us on X: Like us on Facebook: Follow us on Instagram: Follow us on TikTok: For more content go to and download our apps: Apple Android Why not listen to one of our podcasts? This is Why, available for free here: or Ed Conway's Stuff Matters, available here: To enquire about licensing Sky News content, you can find more information here: