A magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck Miyazaki Prefecture in southwestern Japan on Monday. Several small tsunamis have occurred, and local services have warned that larger waves are possible.
A magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck southwestern Kyushu.
Japan. earthquake and tsunami waves
The earthquake occurred in southwestern Japan just after 9pm on Monday. The shaking was felt about 18 kilometers off the coast of Miyazaki Prefecture in the Kyushu region and 36 kilometers inland.
The Japan Meteorological Agency warned of a tsunami that could exceed 1 meter in height. So far, several small tsunamis of up to several tens of centimeters have been recorded. Although the wave height is not very high, it is still very strong. Residents and tourists were advised to avoid staying on the coast.
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“Tsunami waves may strike multiple times. Please do not go into the sea or near coastal areas,” the agency said on social media.
Local media reported no injuries. There was minor damage to buildings in several locations. Footage posted on social media showed objects falling from shelves and small pieces of furniture being toppled over.
earthquake in japan
Japan is located at the intersection of four tectonic plates within the Pacific Ring of Fire, making it one of the countries most exposed to natural disasters in the world.
Approximately 1,500 people die each year on the archipelago. Earthquakes – approximately 18% of all earthquakes around the world.
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A massive and tragic earthquake occurred on January 1, 2024. A magnitude 7.5 earthquake occurred on the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture. The earthquake was the deadliest since the 2011 quake, which triggered a 10-meter-high tsunami.
241 people were killed and 1,296 injured. The shaking caused a tsunami in the Sea of Japan. The waves reached South Korea, and a tsunami warning was issued in Russia.
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