Japan on high alert for 'huge' second quake after issuing tsunami warning
Summary
A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7 struck off the northeast coast of Japan near Iwate prefecture, causing a tsunami warning and evacuation orders for coastal areas. The Japanese meteorological agency warned of a higher chance of an even bigger earthquake and larger tsunami waves in the coming week.Key Facts
- The earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 km and had a magnitude of 7.7.
- The quake triggered evacuation orders for thousands living near the coast to move to higher ground.
- The biggest tsunami waves initially measured 80 cm, but bigger waves up to 3 meters were warned.
- The tsunami warning was the second-highest level, telling people to evacuate immediately.
- No major damage or injuries were reported right after the quake.
- Tremors were felt as far as Tokyo, about 530 km (330 miles) away.
- Japan’s meteorological agency said the chance of an 8.0 or stronger quake was higher than normal.
- Japan experiences about 1,500 earthquakes a year due to its location on the Ring of Fire.
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