A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Japan's southern Kumamoto prefecture on Tuesday. The quake triggered widespread power outages, suspended rail services, and prompted tsunami warnings.
Sony evacuated employees from its regional semiconductor plants to inspect for safety and damage. This operational halt raises concerns regarding supply chain disruptions for key electronic components.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) and Fujifilm also evacuated staff from their regional facilities. These companies are currently assessing the situation to determine the extent of potential damage.