Ministry of Environment

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake in southwestern Japan's Kumamoto area killed 25 people, injured 86, and left thousands without power or shelter. Survivors are staying in evacuation centers, vehicles, and temporary shelters amid heatstroke risks and ongoing aftershocks.

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto, Kyushu, Japan, killing 25 people and injuring 86. Survivors face challenges with power outages, heat risks, and shelter shortages, as evacuees sleep in cars, tents, and shelters. The Kumamoto prefectural government confirmed 25 deaths linked to the disaster, with nine more under investigation.

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake in southwestern Japan's Kumamoto area killed 25 people and injured 86, with rescue efforts facing diminishing hope for survivors. Thousands remain in evacuation centers due to damaged infrastructure, power outages, and heatstroke risks as temperatures rise.

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto, Japan, killing 23 people (with a higher police tally of 28) and injuring 63, causing widespread damage including collapsed structures and power outages. Rescue efforts continue as survivors face challenges like heat stroke risks and displacement in shelters or cars.

Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu ordered an emergency waste evacuation to address the refuse crisis, mobilizing Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), and the Ministry of Environment. The directive followed a report by Premium Times.

Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu ordered an emergency waste evacuation after a PREMIUM TIMES report highlighted the refuse crisis. The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), and Ministry of Environment were mobilized to address the situation.

Brazilian officials reported a 61.4% drop in Amazon deforestation in May 2025 compared to the same month in 2025, with the Trump administration recently imposing 25% tariffs on Brazil citing environmental concerns. Brazil's Environment Minister stated the deforestation figures refute U.S. accusations, noting the Amazon's deforestation has fallen 37.5% over ten months and the Cerrado's by 12%.

Brazil reported a 61.4% drop in Amazon deforestation in May 2025 compared to the same month in 2025, countering U.S. accusations that led to proposed 25% tariffs. Brazilian officials emphasized this as the lowest May deforestation on record and projected annual lows, while the Trump administration cited illegal deforestation and trade practices to justify the tariffs.

Brazil reported a 61.4% drop in Amazon deforestation in May compared to 2025, countering U.S. accusations that justified new tariffs. The Trump administration proposed 25% tariffs on Brazil, citing illegal deforestation and trade practices, while Brazilian officials emphasized progress toward reducing annual deforestation to historic lows.

Brazil reported a 61.4% drop in Amazon deforestation in May compared to 2025, with Environment Minister João Paulo Capobianco stating it is the lowest May deforestation rate on record. The Trump administration proposed 25% tariffs on Brazilian imports, citing illegal deforestation and trade practices, which Brazil's officials dispute using the new data.