Mine explosion in Kyushu, Japan

Japan experiences a devastating day with two major disasters. A coal gas explosion on Kyushu island traps miners, resulting in over 450 deaths. Rescue efforts are hampered, and only a few escape. Families identify their deceased in temporary morgues. This disaster is Japan's second-worst mining tragedy, following one in 1914. The government allocates $2.5 million for survivors, but the grief in Omuta remains profound.

What event marked one of Japan's darkest days since the war?

• A coal gas explosion in a mine

• A typhoon

• An earthquake

• A volcanic eruption

How many miners were working underground during the explosion?

• 450

• 600

• 1,300

• 1,000

What was set up in mine buildings to help families?

• Temporary morgues

• Rescue centers

• Information booths

• Medical tents

Which mining disaster was worse than the one in Kyushu?

• The 1914 disaster

• The 1950 disaster

• The 1923 disaster

• The 1960 disaster

How much money did the government allocate for the survivors?

• $10 million

• $5 million

• $2.5 million

• $1 million