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WAJIMA, Japan (AP) — An incredible rescue mission took place in western Japan after a major earthquake devastated the region. A woman in her 90s was miraculously pulled from a collapsed house, where she’d been trapped for over 124 hours following the disaster.
Despite the seemingly impossible odds, this survivor from Suzu city, Ishikawa Prefecture managed to stay alive for more than five days after the 7.6 magnitude quake struck on Monday. When rescue workers finally found and extricated her, the woman was hidden from view under a protective shelter of blue plastic.
Against all odds, several other dramatic rescue missions have taken place over the past few days, with soldiers, firefighters, and volunteers all joining in the widespread effort.
Amid this tragedy, several heartwrenching stories have emerged. The toll from the quake and its aftermath stands at a harrowing 126 deaths, including a 5-year-old boy who sadly passed away due to injuries suffered during the earthquake. At least 500 people have been reported injured, 27 of them seriously.
The devastation from the tremors has been brutal, leaving homes destroyed, roads warped and a neighborhood in Wajima burned to ashes. The aftermath of the earthquake has made significant parts of the region unrecognizable.
Reeling and heartbroken, Japan now faces the daunting challenge of recovery in the wake of immense loss and widespread destruction. Despite this bleak outlook, messages of condolence and offers of aid from around the world have been pouring in, including a surprising gesture from North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
In response to these gestures, a Japanese government spokesman expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support and aid. While the situation remains dire, the global community is coming together in a spirit of compassion and solidarity.