Vietnamese workers rescue elderly woman after Kumamoto earthquake
On July 28, a strong earthquake measuring 7.1 on the Richter scale struck Kumamoto Prefecture in southwestern Japan. In the immediate aftermath, five Vietnamese skilled workers bravely rescued a near-90-year-old woman trapped under the rubble of her collapsed house in Yatsushiro city. Without specialized rescue equipment and amid ongoing tremors and risk of further collapse, they worked swiftly alongside local residents to safely evacuate the woman. Approximately 1,330 Vietnamese nationals remain in the affected areas, with no reported casualties or severe damages within the community to date.
Key facts
- Strong 7.1 magnitude earthquake hit Kumamoto on July 28
- Five Vietnamese skilled workers saved a nearly 90-year-old woman trapped in rubble
- Around 1,330 Vietnamese nationals live in the affected area with no casualties reported
Why it matters
The heroic actions of Vietnamese workers during the Kumamoto earthquake highlight the bravery and solidarity of Vietnam's overseas community in Japan. Their quick response without specialized equipment under dangerous conditions demonstrates the important role Vietnamese residents play in local disaster relief efforts, reinforcing positive community relations and assuring families abroad of their safety.
Source and method
This brief was written by Daily Vietnam's editing desk from a report published by VietnamPlus - Người Việt bốn phương, using AI assistance and a fixed editorial structure. It contains only facts established by that report and adds nothing from outside it. It is a summary for readers who do not read Vietnamese, not a replacement for the original. All reporting credit belongs to VietnamPlus - Người Việt bốn phương.
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