SYND 10-5-74 AFTERMATH OF EARTHQUAKE IN JAPAN

A fire and explosion occurred in Nakagusuku, destroying five homes. Hiroshi Tonooka, a local inn owner, described the sudden shaking and subsequent propane gas explosion. Rescue operations are underway, with 28 people initially reported missing. Updates indicate that one elderly man has been found, reducing the missing count to 27. Efforts continue as the situation develops.

What time was the rescue operation expected to begin?

What was the condition of the rescue efforts at the time of the report?