JAXA Satellite Data Shows Major Ground Displacement After Kumamoto Quake

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Published: 2026-07-30
Category: science
Source: Manila Bulletin
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JAXA's Daichi-2 satellite radar images revealed ground movements up to 87 centimeters in Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture, following a strong earthquake. The Geospatial Information Authority of Japan confirmed the ground shifted northeasterly. This data is crucial for understanding seismic activity and its geological impact, providing valuable insights for disaster preparedness and geological studies.

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