Summary
A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.5 hit near northern Japan, leading to injuries, light damage, and a small tsunami. Government officials are working on assessing the damage and warning of possible aftershocks. Power outages affected some areas, but services like bullet trains resumed shortly after.
Key Facts
- The earthquake struck around 11:15 p.m. near Aomori, Japan.
- At least 34 people were injured due to the quake, mostly from falling objects.
- A tsunami of up to 70 centimeters was recorded in Kuji port, Iwate prefecture.
- About 800 homes lost electricity, and some train services were briefly halted.
- Power was restored mostly by Tuesday morning.
- There was no major damage reported at nuclear facilities, although some water spilled at the Rokkasho plant.
- Residents were advised to prepare for possible aftershocks and monitor emergency information.
- The earthquake occurred near the area affected by the devastating 2011 quake and tsunami.
