Punishing summer heat adds to woes after Japan earthquake
ByTatum Fry
July 31, 2026Updated: July 31, 2026, 3:29 pm EDTPublished: July 31, 2026, 2:37 pm EDT

Survivors of this week’s deadly earthquake in Japan are currently facing severe conditions, with thousands forced to sleep in crowded shelters or their vehicles amid an extreme heat alert and temperatures reaching 97 degrees Fahrenheit. The region is struggling with significant infrastructure damage, including over 79,000 homes without water and widespread fuel shortages that make it difficult for displaced residents to run their cars' air conditioning.

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