Japan issues warning of possible huge earthquake after 7.7 tremor
Japan experienced a powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake off its northeast coast on April 20, prompting tsunami warnings and evacuation orders.The quake struck near Iwate prefecture at a depth of 10km, shaking buildings as far as Tokyo, approximately 530km away.Tsunami waves up to 80cm were detected along parts of Japan's east coast, leading authorities to instruct thousands of residents in coastal and riverside areas to move to higher ground or designated evacuation buildings.The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) issued a tsunami warning at the second-highest alert level, cautioning that waves could hit repeatedly.There were no immediate reports of major damage or serious... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Apr 2026 15:01 LONDON
Japan issues tsunami warning after powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake
A powerful earthquake measuring 7.7 in magnitude struck off the coast of northern Iwate prefecture, Japan, on Monday afternoon, prompting tsunami warnings and evacuation orders in several port towns.The quake occurred at 4:53 p.m. local time in the Pacific Ocean at a depth of 10 km.The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) initially estimated the earthquake at magnitude 7.4, later revising it to 7.5 and then 7.7.The tremor was strong enough to be felt in Tokyo, hundreds of kilometres from the epicentre, shaking large buildings.No immediate reports of serious injuries or significant damage have been confirmed.However, tsunami waves up to 80 cm... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Apr 2026 10:00 LONDON
