Kumamoto Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 30

The death toll from the magnitude 7.1 earthquake that struck Kumamoto, Japan, has risen to at least 30, according to Japanese officials. Rescue teams are continuing to search for survivors amid extreme heat, while services in the affected area remain disrupted. The Japanese Prime Minister has acknowledged the rising toll, and efforts are ongoing. Some reports indicate the toll may have reached 34 as search operations continue.