A 7.1 magnitude earthquake that struck Japan’s Kumamoto prefecture last week has resulted in a new fatality, bringing the total death toll to 36. Local officials reported on Sunday that an elderly woman in her seventies, who had been sheltering in her car following the tremor, died from heatstroke.

The incident has highlighted the growing risks faced by survivors in the region, where extreme heat warnings are currently in effect. Many residents displaced by the earthquake have been forced to sleep in vehicles or temporary shelters, leaving them vulnerable to the high temperatures. Authorities are now expressing increased concern regarding the prevalence of heat-related illnesses among the displaced population as they continue to manage the aftermath of the disaster. While the earthquake caused significant structural damage, the combination of environmental conditions and displacement is creating secondary health crises for those affected.