Summary
A 7.6 magnitude earthquake hit off the northeastern coast of Japan, prompting tsunami warnings for the area. The warnings indicate the possibility of tsunami waves up to three meters high reaching the coast.
Key Facts
- An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.6 occurred off Japan's northeastern coast.
- The quake struck at a depth of about 50 kilometers (31 miles) near Aomori Prefecture.
- A tsunami warning has been issued for waves up to three meters in height.
- Both Japan's meteorological agency and the U.S. Geological Survey confirmed the earthquake's magnitude.
- Authorities are monitoring the situation for live updates on the potential tsunami impact.
