The death toll from a powerful earthquake in central Japan rose to 30 on Tuesday, local authorities said, with 14 others seriously injured.

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Rescue efforts are underway in western Japan, after a powerful earthquake caused widespread damage and triggered Tsunami warnings.

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Japanese officials are warning people in some areas to stay away from their homes because of a risk of more devastating earthquakes.