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Earthquake sets off brief tsunami alert and a megaquake advisory in northern Japan Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi warned residents to evacuate on Monday after a powerful earthquake struck off the northern Japanese coast and prompted the Japan Meteorological Agency to issue a tsunami alert in the region. Japan has issued an advisory for northern coastal areas for an increased risk of a possible mega-quake following a 7.7-magnitude quake earlier Monday. An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.7 off northern Japan on Monday sparked a short-lived tsunami alert and prompted authorities to advise of a slightly higher risk of a possible mega-quake for coastal areas there. (AP Video/Terry Chea) An official of the Japan Meteorological Agency speaks near a monitor showing a tsunami alert during a news conference at the agency in Tokyo, Monday, April 20, 2026, after an earthquake that struck off the northern Japanese coast. (Masanori Kumagai/Kyodo News via AP) TOKYO (AP) — A 7.7 magnitude earthquake Monday off northernJapansparked a short-lived tsunami alert and an advisory of a slightly higher risk of a possible megaquake for its coastal areas. The Cabinet Office and th…

Tsunami waves hit Hawaii, West Coast after massive 8.8 quake strikes ... Tsunami waves impact Hawaii, West Coast after powerful earthquake off east coast of Russia Tsunami alerts remain in effect in Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S. West Coast after a magnitude 8.8 earthquake off the east coast of Russia. FOX Weather Meteorologists Bob Van Dillen and Marissa Torres have the latest on July 30, 2025. HONOLULU – A Pacific-wide tsunami triggered by a historic underwater 8.8 earthquake off the eastern coast of Russia sent walls of water rushing toward the U.S. and impacted coastal communities in Hawaii and Alaska , as well as California , Washington and Oregon along the West Coast. next Image 1 of 11 HONOLULU, HAWAII - JULY 29: A freeway sign showing the 'Tsunami Warning' on the H-1 freeway on July 29, 2025 in Honolulu, Hawaii. Parts of the US west coast and Japan are being evacuated after a Tsunami warning following one of the strongest earthquakes in modern history hit Russia's eastern Kamchatka Peninsula. (Photo by Darryl Oumi/Getty Images) ( ) prev next Image 2 of 11 A LA County Lifeguard truck patrols Venice beach pier amid a tsunami warning in Los Angeles, California on July 30, 2025. …

#NOW A 6.1-magnitude #earthquake struck northeastern #Japan early Sunday. No injuries have been reported so far. The #quake struck off the coast of #Iwate prefecture with a depth of about 40 kilometers. So far no #tsunami warning has been issued. TV2

Why Japan Suffers Frequent Earthquakes and How It Prepares for Them ... Japan's Meteorological Agency (JMA) issued a tsunami advisory for Iwate Prefecture on Sunday after a 6.7-magnitude earthquake struck off its coast. The quake occurred at 5:03 pm local time, registering shindo level 4 in Morioka and Yahaba in Iwate Prefecture and Wakuya in nearby Miyagi Prefecture, according to The Japan Times. Earlier, India's National Centre for Seismology (NCS) also reported a 6.6-magnitude earthquake in the North Pacific Ocean, off Iwate's coast, at 1:33 pm IST. The quake occurred at a depth of 30 km beneath the Earth’s crust. No major damage or casualties were reported, but the tremor triggered temporary tsunami concerns. Japan’s JMA said it continuously monitors seismic and volcanic activity and issues alerts to reduce damage from earthquakes, tsunamis, and eruptions. Japan is no stranger to earthquakes. The country is one of the most seismically active places on Earth and has even been called the birthplace of seismology, the study of earthquakes. The study of tsunamis, a Japanese word meaning harbour wave, also originated here. Each year, Japan experiences around 1,500 earthquakes tha…

Japan earthquake: Tsunami advisory lifted after Japan earthquake but warnings for potential stronger quake issued | CNN A television shows a news report on Japan Meteorological Agency's tsunami warning Monday, saying the agency expects tsunami waves of up to three meters (9.8 feet) to reach coastal areas in northeastern Japan. Issei Kato/Reuters Japan Asia Earthquakes See all topics Facebook Tweet Email Link Threads Link Copied! Follow The Japanese government has warned of a slightly heightened risk of a megaquake in the next week after a strong 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the country’s northeastern coast on Monday, triggering a tsunami warning, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency and the US Geological Survey. The three-meter (9.8-foot) tsunami warning was issued following the quake, but the threat was later revised down to a tsunami advisory before being lifted altogether, authorities said. Now residents in 182 towns across seven prefectures have been urged to be on alert for a potential stronger earthquake and to confirm evacuation routes and shelters, Japan’s national broadcaster NHK reported. The megaquake advisory is not a prediction, but officials from Japan…

Magnitude 7.5 quake strikes off Japan's northern coast, injuring at ... TOKYO --A powerful 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck off northern Japan late Monday, injuring at least 23 people and triggering a tsunami in Pacific coast communities, officials said. Authorities warned of possible aftershocks and an increased risk of a megaquake. The Japanese government was still assessing damages from the tsunami and late-evening quake, which struck at about 11:15 p.m. in the Pacific Ocean, around 80 kilometers (50 miles) off the coast of Aomori, the northernmost prefecture of Japan's main Honshu island. "I've never experienced such a big shaking," convenience store owner Nobuo Yamada told the public broadcaster NHK in the Aomori prefecture town of Hachinohe, adding that "luckily" power lines were still operating in his area. A tsunami of up to 70 centimeters (2 feet, 4 inches) was measured in Kuji port in Iwate prefecture, just south of Aomori, and tsunami levels of up to 50 centimeters struck other coastal communities in the region, the Japan Meteorological Agency said. The Fire and Disaster Management Agency said 23 people were injured, including one seriously. Most of them were hit by …

Powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake strikes off northern Japan ... TOKYO --A powerful earthquake struck off Japan's northern coast on Thursday, but the country's meteorological agency said there was no danger of a tsunami. The quake had a magnitude of 7.2 and occurred off the eastern coast of Iwate, upgraded from an initial reading of 6.9, the Japan Meteorological Agency said. The quake had a depth of about 50 kilometers (30 miles), it said. JMA The U.S. Geological Survey also reported a magnitude of 6.9. The rattling occurred in an area where strong earthquakes have repeatedly been reported in recent months, including one that triggered a weeklong mega-quake caution advisory in December. The quake, which struck Japan's northeastern region during Thursday morning's rush hour, also mildly shook Tokyo. There were no immediate reports of injuries or damage, according to top government spokesperson Minoru Kihara. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi told reporters in Tokyo that her government's emergency team is "putting people's lives first," while assessing information and preparing for relief operations, if needed. She urged residents in the affected regions to use caution against possi…

6.5 quake hits Japan’s Hokkaido day after 7.5 tremors triggered tsunami warning https://www.europesays.com/japan/49184/ Japan’s northern region was rattled once again on Wednesday after a magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck Hokkaido, according to…

6.1-magnitude earthquake hits Japan's Iwate coast; no tsunami risk, says JMA The JMA said the earthquake was caused by a reverse fault with a pressure axis running in the west-northwest to east-southeast direction.

Japan’s disaster plans fail to keep pace with tourist boom When the ground shook off Iwate prefecture at 9pm on Wednesday, the magnitude 6.0 jolt – the latest in a series of sizeable tremors – barely registered in a country still mopping up after two powerful typhoons and bracing for a fresh bout of torrential rain and landslides. Natural disasters have long been a fact of life in Japan, where schoolchildren rehearse earthquake evacuations the way other nations hold fire drills. Every September 1, in a ritual as much of collective memory as civil...

#JapanNews #Earthquake - A magnitude 5.5 earthquake occurred at a depth of 50 kilometers. measuring a lower 5 on Japan’s seismic intensity scale, struck southern Ibaraki Prefecture at 7:46 p.m. on Tuesday w/no threat of a tsunami. - via The Torontonian 🇨🇦 www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/06...

Quake jolts northeastern Japan, no tsunami warning issued - Nst TOKYO: An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.1 shook northeastern Japan early Sunday, but it posed no threat of tsunami, Kyodo News reported. The focus of the 5.21am quake was in the Pacific off Iwate Prefecture at a depth of about 40 kilometres (km), according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. The quake measured lower 5 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale of 7 in parts of Aomori and Iwate prefectures. No abnormalities were reported at the Higashidori nuclear power plant in Aomori or at the Onagawa nuclear power complex in Miyagi Prefecture, according to Tohoku Electric Power Co. There were also no abnormalities at a nuclear fuel reprocessing plant in Rokkasho, a Pacific coastal village in Aomori Prefecture, Japan Nuclear Fuel Ltd. said. The quake comes just days after an M7.2 earthquake struck the same region, injuring at least 10 people, disrupting bullet train services and forcing schools to close temporarily. Thursday's early-morning quake also occurred off Iwate at a depth of 44km, measuring upper 6 on the seismic intensity scale in Hashikami, Aomori. At the time, the agency urged the publi…

Nankai Trough Megaquake Could Kill 298,000, Displace 12.3 Million ... A Japanese government task force report revised estimates for a potential Nankai Trough megaquake, projecting economic damage up to 270.3 trillion yen ($1.81 trillion) and as many as 298,000 deaths. The figures were released Monday for the anticipated earthquake off Japan's Pacific coast. The economic damage estimate increased from 214.2 trillion yen, reflecting inflation and updated ground data expanding potential flood areas, the Cabinet Office showed. The maximum death toll estimate decreased about 10% from 2012 due to mitigation efforts, but misses a government goal for an 80% reduction set in 2014. Japan's government sees about an 80% chance of a magnitude 8-to-9 earthquake along the Nankai Trough zone. This seabed area runs for approximately 900 km where the Philippine Sea Plate is subducting under the Eurasian Plate. Tsunamis could cause 215,000 of the projected deaths if only 20% of people evacuate immediately, according to the report. Increasing the evacuation rate to 70% could lower tsunami fatalities to 94,000, showing the importance of swift evacuation. The number of potential evacuees rose to 12…

Japan rattled again: a 6.1 magnitude quake hits near Honshu just 3 days after a 7.2 shock in the same area. 20 injured so far. Tremors felt as far as Tokyo and Osaka. Stay safe, everyone 🧰🌊 #Japan #Earthquake #Honshu #DisasterResponse #Tokyo #Osaka www.threads.com/@ceanmedia/p...

Just spoke to a new diplomat in #Tokyo after his first earthquake. A 5.5-magnitude quake struck Ibaraki Prefecture Tuesday evening. No tsunami threat, but he’s worried about aftershocks. I get it. The 5.8 Virginia quake that rattled Washington, D.C., on Aug. 23, 2011 shook me too. #Japan

Japan’s disaster plans fail to keep pace with tourist boom https://www.alojapan.com/1506910/japans-disaster-plans-fail-to-keep-pace-with-tourist-boom/ When the ground shook off Iwate prefecture at 9pm on Wednesday, the magnitude 6.0 jolt – the latest in a series of sizeable tremors – barely …

7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes off Japanese coast, USGS says - ABC News Initial tsunami warnings were ultimately cancelled. LONDON and TOKYO -- A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck on Monday off Japan's northeastern coast, the U.S. Geological Survey said, prompting authorities to issue tsunami warnings and advisories along parts of the coast that were later downgraded to advisories and then cancelled. "Based on the preliminary earthquake parameters, hazardous tsunami waves are possible for coasts located within 300 km of the earthquake epicenter," USGS said after the quake was detected. The Japan Meteorological Agency initially said tsunami warnings were in place for some of the coast along the Pacific, along with lesser advisories and forecasts farther away from the quake's center. "Residents in areas where tsunami warnings have been issued should immediately evacuate to higher ground or evacuation buildings and other higher, safer locations," Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said. The tsunami waves that were expected to have been the highest struck the coast within hours, with the largest one registering about 80 cm, or about 2.5 feet, but officials said they had not ruled out …

M7.5 quake in northern Japan injures 23 people, triggers a tsunami national M7.5 quake in northern Japan injures 23 people, triggers a tsunami Dec. 9, 2025 05:30 am JST Dec. 23, 2025 | 12:00 am JST 41 Comments By MARI YAMAGUCHI TOKYO The requested article has expired, and is no longer available. Any related articles, and user comments are shown below. © Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. ©2026 GPlusMedia Inc. GaijinPot Celebrates: Japan Summer Join us for an unforgettable evening of networking, aloha-inspired live music by SHEN and free flowing drinks and buffet at TWO ROOMS NIHOMBASHI. July 2 (Thurs), 7pm to 9:30pm. Get your ticket now for a 50% Discount. Only 50 Early Bird Tickets Available. Click Here GaijinPot Celebrates: Japan Summer Join us for an unforgettable evening of networking, aloha-inspired live music by SHEN and free flowing drinks and buffet at TWO ROOMS NIHOMBASHI. July 2 (Thurs), 7pm to 9:30pm. Get your ticket now for a 50% Discount. Only 50 Early Bird Tickets Available. Click Here Sort by Oldest Latest Popular 41 Comments Login to comment Monty De…

Japan hit by 6.1-magnitude earthquake days after strong Iwate tremor, no tsunami threat A magnitude 6.1 earthquake jolted Japan's Iwate Prefecture coast early Sunday, following a series of recent tremors. While no tsunami risk or immediate damage was reported, authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant due to the ongoing seismic activity. This latest quake occurred in an area previously hit by a stronger tremor, raising concerns about potential landslides as the typhoon season approaches.

7.5 quake off northern Japan triggers tsunami and injures 23 https://www.europesays.com/japan/37119/ TOKYO (AP) — A powerful 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck off northern Japan late Monday, injuring 23 people and…

Kyodo News Digest: June 28, 2026 https://www.alojapan.com/1504683/kyodo-news-digest-june-28-2026/ The following is the latest list of selected news summaries by Kyodo News. ———- M6.1 quake jolts northeastern Japan, no tsunami warning issued TOKYO – An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of …

Updated toll for Nankai Trough megaquake remains grim The Asahi Shimbun National Report article THE ASAHI SHIMBUN March 31, 2025 at 18:07 JST The Cabinet Office released on March 31 slightly lower death and disaster projections from an expected Nankai Trough megaquake than calculated a decade ago, but the numbers remain horrific and far short of the government's targets. The estimates indicate the potentially devastating earthquake,with an 80 percent chance of occurring within 30 years, would result inapproximately 298,000 fatalities and 2.35 million buildings collapsing in a worst-case scenario. The expected damage and death toll have decreased only slightly compared to estimates from 10 years ago and remain far from meeting the government's disaster mitigation efforts. The expert panel assumed a magnitude-9 level earthquake originating in a sea area from Suruga Bay in Shizuoka Prefecture to the Hyuganada coast off Miyazaki Prefecture in the Kyushu region. The panel then recalculated the seismic intensity, tsunami height and potential flood area using the latest soil and topographical data for the potentially affected regions. The estimates have been updated for the fir…

Powerful 7.2 magnitude earthquake strikes off northern Japan | AP News A powerful earthquake struck off Japan’s northern coast on Thursday, the meteorological agency said. Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi urged residents to remain cautious after a powerful earthquake struck off the eastern coast of Iwate in northeastern Japan on Thursday. She said there was no risk of a tsunami. The wall of a building is seen partly damaged following an earthquake in Hachinohe, Aomori prefecture northern Japan, Thursday, June 25, 2026. (Kyodo News via AP) The automatic door is seen damaged due to an earthquake at a supermarket in Hachinohe, Aomori prefecture northern Japan, Thursday, June 25, 2026. (Kyodo News via AP) A station clerk of the East Japan Railway Co., provides an update about train services which were suspended due to an earthquake at JR Morioka station in Morioka, northern Japan, Thursday, June 25, 2026. (Kyodo News via AP) CORRECTION: Corrects month to June, instead of July. TOKYO (AP) — A powerful earthquake struck off the northern coast ofJapanduring rush hour on Thursday morning, but the country’s meteorological agency said there wasno danger of a tsunamiand no serious …

7.5 quake off northern Japan triggers tsunami and injures 23 | AP News A powerful 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck late Monday off northern Japan, triggering a tsunami of up to 70 centimeters (27 inches) in Pacific coast communities and warnings of potentially higher surges, the Japanese Meteorological Agency said. A powerful 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck late Monday off northern Japan, triggering a tsunami of up to 70 centimeters in Pacific coast communities and warnings of potentially higher surges. Several cases of fires were reported in Aomori, and about 90,000 residents were advised to take shelter at evacuation centers. Papers are scattered on the floor at an office in Hakodate, Hokkaido, northern Japan Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025, following a powerful earthquake on late Monday. (Kyodo News via AP) Evacuees get ready to return home as a tsunami advosory has been lifted in Hidaka town, northern Japan Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025, following a powerful earthquake on late Monday. (Kyodo News via AP) This aerial photo shows a vehicle sitting on a damaged road in Tohoku town, Aomori prefecture, northern Japan Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025, following a powerful earthquake on late Monday. (Kyodo Ne…

Japan Earthquake Highlights: 'Megaquake' Alert After Devastating 7.5 ... Japan Tsunami Highlights: A 7.6-magnitude earthquake off Japan’s northeast coast triggered tsunami waves, evacuations, and injuries, with officials still warning of ongoing seismic instability. Three strong aftershocks and a new advisory indicate a higher-than-normal, though still low, risk of a potential giant “megaquake” along the Japan Trench. Japan Tsunami Highlights: A 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck 80km off Japan’s northeast coast late Sunday, sending 40–50cm tsunami waves ashore and prompting evacuation warnings for about 90,000 residents, with several injuries reported. Tsunami alerts have since been lifted, but authorities stress the risk is not over. Three after-quakes have been recorded, measured by the USGS at 5.5, 5.0, and 4.8, and more seismic activity is possible in the coming days.Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) has issued a Hokkaido–Sanriku Subsequent Earthquake Advisory, warning that while still unlikely overall, the probability of a giant “megaquake” along the Japan Trench is now higher than normal. Japan: The moment the M7.6 earthquake hit Hachinohe City - captured from the Aomori Asa…

Government Confirms Powerful 7.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Tonga ... Contact UsSubscribe to alertsFollow Us on Facebook WatchListenSitting Calendar A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck near Tongatapu at 1:18 AM today, triggering an initial tsunami warning, which was later lifted. The earthquake’s epicenter was located 193 kilometers northeast of Tongatapu, 142 kilometers southeast of Pangai, and 216 kilometers west of Neiafu, Vava’u. This update was shared by the Deputy Prime Minister, Hon. Dr. Taniela Fusimālohi, in Parliament this morning. According to his report, the earthquake occurred at a depth of 55 kilometers from its original location. Six tremors were recorded, with the strongest being just over magnitude six, following the initial quake. Tsunami Warning and Response Efforts In response to the tsunami alert, various emergency protocols were activated across Tonga, including in Ha’apai, ‘Eua, Tongatapu, and Vava’u. These included the Tonga Meteorological Services and the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC), alongside police and fire department command posts. Humanitarian response efforts were also underway, with police officers assisting in the evac…

6.1 quake hits Japan’s Iwate coast days after major 7.2 quake https://www.europesays.com/japan/48722/ The coastline of Tomakomai, Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan, after a tsunami advisory was issued following an earthquake, April 20,…

Over 10 injured as M7.2 quake hits northeastern Japan, traffic disrupted TOKYO - An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.2 struck northeastern Japan on Thursday, injuring more than 10 people, disrupting bullet train services and forcing schools to temporarily close. There was no danger of a tsunami from the 7:30 a.m. quake that occurred off the Pacific coast of Iwate Prefecture at a depth of 44 kilometers, the Japan Meteorological Agency said. It measured upper 6 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale of 7 in Hashikami and lower 6 in Hachinohe, both in Aomori Prefecture. An intensity of upper 6 means it is impossible to remain standing or move without crawling, and most unfixed furniture will move and objects will topple over, according to the agency. Nine people appear to have sustained minor injuries in five municipalities in Aomori, while two people in Iwate were hurt including a woman in her 60s who was seriously injured after hitting her head while working in her garden. At a press conference, the weather agency urged the public to remain alert for earthquakes measuring upper 6 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale over the next week. The agency said it would …

5.5-Magnitude Earthquake Rattles Eastern Japan; Strong Shaking Felt ... Updated 16 June 2026 at 17:31 IST According to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), the temblor occurred at 7:46 PM local time, with its epicentre in southern Ibaraki Prefecture, approximately 36.1 degrees north latitude and 139.9 degrees east longitude. The earthquake struck at a preliminary depth of 50 kilometres. Namya Kapur World News 2 min read Follow : 5.5-Magnitude Earthquake Rattles Eastern Japan; Strong Shaking Felt Across Tokyo | Image: Republic Tokyo: A moderate 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Japan's Kanto region on Tuesday evening, violently rattling the capital city of Tokyo and surrounding prefectures. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), the temblor occurred at 7:46 PM local time, with its epicentre in southern Ibaraki Prefecture, approximately 36.1 degrees north latitude and 139.9 degrees east longitude. The earthquake struck at a preliminary depth of 50 kilometres. The JMA quickly confirmed following the event that no tsunami warnings or advisories had been issued, as the inland nature and depth of the quake did not pose an ocean displacement hazard. The e…

Major earthquake off Japan's north coast prompts tsunami alert Tokyo — A powerful earthquake struck off the northern Japanese coast Monday, prompting the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) to issue a tsunami alert for a wide section of coastline, though waves of only about three feet were observed and the emergency appeared to be easing. The U.S. Geological Survey reported the quake had a magnitude of 7.4. Earlier reports from the JMA ranged from 7.5 to 7.7. It occurred off the coast of Sanriku in northern Japan at around 4:53 p.m. (2:53 a.m. Eastern on Sunday), at a depth of about 6 miles below the sea surface, the agency said. A tsunami wave of about 2.6 feet was detected at the Kuji port in the Iwate prefecture within one hour of the quake, and a smaller tsunami wave of 1.3 feet was recorded at another port in the prefecture, the agency said. This photo shows a warning message on a screen from a live feed on NHK with tsunami alert after an earthquake hit northern Japan, in Tokyo on April 20, 2026. Philip FONG /AFP via Getty Images The tsunami alert put in place earlier for waves as high as 10 feet was later lowered to an advisory, and the U.S. Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said…

Japan issues warning after powerful quake rattles Tokyo and ... - TAG24 2026-04-20 19:18:00 Japan issues warning after powerful quake rattles Tokyo and sparks tsunami wave Tokyo, Japan - Japan issued a special advisory on Monday warning of an increased risk of earthquakes at magnitude 8.0 or stronger, after a powerful jolt rattled the country's north and prompted a tsunami warning. A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Japan on Monday, leading to a special advisory warning of an increased risk for more powerful quakes. © REUTERS The Japan Meteorological Agency's advisory came a few hours after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck in Pacific waters off northern Iwate prefecture at 4:53 PM (02:53 AM ET). The jolt was so intense that it shook large buildings in the capital Tokyo, hundreds of miles from the epicenter. The meteorological agency said that "the likelihood of a new, huge earthquake occurring is relatively higher than during normal times". Robert F. Kennedy Jr. RFK Jr. sends "bullying" letter to scientific journal that removed anti-vax article Municipalities in the affected region issued non-compulsory evacuation directives to more than 182,000 residents, accordi…

Japan’s disaster plans fail to keep pace with tourist boom https://www.europesays.com/japan/52242/ When the ground shook off Iwate prefecture at 9pm on Wednesday, the magnitude 6.0 jolt – the latest…

Huge 7.1 magnitude earthquake strikes off the coast of Tonga sparking a ... Tonga was rocked by the eruption of the Hunga Tonga volcano in 2022, covering the most populated islands in ash Daily Mail-- Todd Paron——Bio and Archives--March 30, 2025 News in Brief—News Headlines|CFP Comments|Reader Friendly|Subscribe|Email Us A 7.1 magnitude earthquake has struck near Tonga, prompting a tsunami warning for the Pacific Island country. The temblor hit around 100km (62 miles) northeast of the main island early on Monday local time, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).---More... ????????????New videos from the⚡️7.3 Magnitude Earthquake that struck about 45 miles SE of Pangai in the Tonga region about 5 hours ago. The earthquake triggered the tsunami warning sirens.The earthquake struck during the night more images and video of the damage should be posted soon.…pic.twitter.com/VjkxRNouFa TheDaily Mailis a British daily middle-market tabloid newspaper owned by the Daily Mail and General Trust and published in London. It is the United Kingdom’s second-biggest-selling daily newspaper after The Sun. The Comment section of online publications is the new front in the ongoing C…

Tonga rattled by 7.0 magnitude earthquake, aftershocks WORLD Earthquakes Add Topic 7.0 magnitude earthquake strikes off coast of Tonga, prompting tsunami warning James Powel USA TODAY March 30, 2025, 2:34 p.m. ET Hear this story A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck off the coast of Tonga early Monday morning, prompting a tsunami warning that has since been lifted. The U.S. Geological Survey said that the earthquake hit about 62 miles northeast of the main island of Tongatapu at around 1:18 a.m. local time. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center issued a warning that was rescinded about an hour after the earthquake. Locals were not advised to return to their homes by the Tonga Meteorological Services − according to the Tongan news outlet Talanoa o Tonga . The area has seen six aftershocks , all with a magnitude of greater than 4.5, according to the USGS. There were no initial reports of damage caused by the earthquake. Tonga temblor follows Myanmar disaster The earthquake that rattled Tonga comes days after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, killing nearly 1,700 and destroying structures across the country. Images from the Southeast Asian country on Saturday show the aftermath of …

Japan Earthquakes and Tsunamis Explained: Why the Country Is So ... Japan is one of the most earthquake-prone countries on Earth, experiencing thousands of tremors every year, ranging from mild shakes to catastrophic quakes that trigger devastating tsunamis. Its unique position along major tectonic boundaries has made it a natural laboratory for studying Earth's geological processes — but also a region of persistent seismic risk. This article explains the scientific reasons behindJapan's frequent earthquakes and tsunamis, examining the tectonic forces at play, how undersea quakes generate massive waves, and what Japan has done to minimize the damage from these natural events. Japan'svulnerability to earthquakesstems from its location along the Pacific Ring of Fire, a 40,000-kilometer belt of intense seismic and volcanic activity encircling the Pacific Ocean. Within this region, several massive tectonic plates collide and shift, releasing enormous amounts of energy through earthquakes. Japan sits at the intersection of four major tectonic plates: The Pacific Plate and Philippine Sea Plate are oceanic plates that constantly move westward, sliding beneath the continental Eurasian …

Magnitude 5.5 earthquake hits region near Tokyo and causes strong ... Terremoto Japão - Just Life/ Shutterstock.com Follow Mix Vale on Google Get world news featured in Google Search Follow The Tokyo metropolitan region was hit by a strong earthquake on Tuesday night, generating concern among residents. The earthquake, recorded at magnitude 5.5 on the Richter scale, had its epicenter in the south of Ibaraki prefecture, neighboring the Japanese capital, and occurred at around 7:46 pm local time. Authorities quickly confirmed that, despite the intensity, there was no risk of a tsunami. Details of the tremor and the exact location of the epicenter The tremors were clearly felt in several areas of greater Tokyo, especially in Ibaraki Prefecture, where the shaking was most noticeable. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) identified the epicenter precisely in the southern part of the prefecture, confirming the time of occurrence and magnitude. The depth of the tremor is a crucial factor contributing to risk assessment. Understand the Japanese seismic intensity scale and its effects The earthquake was rated 5 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale, known as Shindo. Unlike the Richter s…

[Highlights] Japan Tsunami Warning: Japan on Alert After 7.7 Quake; PM ... 21:16 (IST) 20 Apr 2026 Japan Tsunami Alert Latest Live Updates: Magnitude 7.7 Quake Strikes Off Northern Japan Thank you for following our live updates on the magnitude 7.7 earthquake that struck off the north of Japan. Its epicenter was in the Pacific Ocean, 10km deep, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. At least one person was injured in Aomori, north of Iwate prefecture, after falling, the Fire and Disaster Management Agency said. Otherwise, there were no reported casualties and minimal damage. The quake triggered a tsunami warning, with the Japan Meteorological Agency cautioning of waves up to 3m high. The warning was later downgraded to a tsunami advisory, predicting waves up to 1m. The temblor measured 5+ on Japan's seismic intensity scale—strong enough to make movement difficult and potentially collapse unreinforced concrete-block walls.

7.5 earthquake off northern Japan triggers tsunami alert - KCRA Powerful earthquake strikes off Japan, tsunami alert issued Powerful earthquake strikes off Japan, tsunami alert issued It's. Updated: 4:03 AM PDT Apr 20, 2026 Editorial Standards ⓘ The Associated Press Advertisement Powerful earthquake strikes off Japan, tsunami alert issued Updated: 4:03 AM PDT Apr 20, 2026 Editorial Standards ⓘ The Associated Press A powerful earthquake struck off the northern Japanese coast, and the Japan Meteorological Agency issued a tsunami alert in the region, sending residents to rush over to safer grounds. So far, no major injuries or damages have been reported.The quake registering a preliminary magnitude of 7.5 occurred off the coast of Sanriku in northern Japan at around 4:53 p.m. local time, at a depth of about 6 miles, the agency said.A tsunami of about 2.6 feet was detected at the Kuji port in the Iwate prefecture within one hour of the quake, and a smaller tsunami of 1.3 feet was recorded at another port in the prefecture, the agency said.The tsunami alert and advisory were still in place in Japan, with warnings of a wave of up to 10 feet, but The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said t…

6.1 magnitude earthquake off northeastern coastline rattles Japan; no tsunami warning issued No tsunami warning was issued, and there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties. But the recent spate of quakes coming during typhoon season has set off worries about mudslides