Japan issues tsunami alerts after a magnitude 7.6 offshore quake strikes near Aomori. No immediate damage reported as residents move to higher ground.
Powerful Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Warning in Northern Japan A strong offshore earthquake has struck northern Japan , prompting tsunami alerts across multiple coastal prefectures late Monday. Japan ’s Meteorological Agency initially measured the quake at magnitude 7.
2, later updating it to 7.6. The earthquake hit at 11:15 p.m. local time , with tremors felt across large parts of northern and eastern Japan.According to JMA, the epicentre was located about 80 km off the coast of Aomori prefecture at a depth of 50 km .Authorities have issued tsunami warnings for Hokkaido, Aomori, and Iwate prefectures, cautioning that waves could reach up to three metres along the northeastern coastline.So far, there have been no immediate reports of injuries, casualties, or structural damage, though officials have urged residents to move to higher ground and avoid coastal areas.This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
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