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Rescue Dogs Search Aeon Mall Kumamoto After Explosion
Following an explosion at the Aeon Mall Kumamoto that occurred after the July 28 Kumamoto earthquake, Japan's Self‑Defense Forces joined police and fire services in a rescue operation. Three rescue dogs – Clay, Athena and Momiji – were deployed to search the rubble for survivors. The Ministry of Defense’s official X account posted photographs of the dogs on July 30, showing them working alongside soldiers.
The prefectural government reported that the earthquake caused 86 injuries and 17 fatalities overall, with five deaths confirmed inside the mall. The rescue effort continues as authorities assess damage and search for additional victims.
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Aeon Mall Kumamoto · Athena · Clay · Japan Self‑Defense Forces · Momiji
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Japan's Self‑Defense Forces coordinated with police and fire departments for rescue efforts. www.huffingtonpost.jp
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Rescue dogs named Clay, Athena, and Momiji began search operations at the site. www.huffingtonpost.jp
- [○ 1 SOURCE] An explosion occurred at Aeon Mall Kumamoto after the Kumamoto earthquake. www.huffingtonpost.jp
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Five deaths were confirmed at Aeon Mall Kumamoto. www.huffingtonpost.jp
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Ministry of Defense posted photos of the rescue dogs on its X account on July 30. www.huffingtonpost.jp
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Kumamoto earthquake caused 86 injuries and 17 deaths overall as of July 30. www.huffingtonpost.jp