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Recent Earthquakes Near Japan
Japan has had :
- 12 earthquakes in the last 24 hours
- 16 earthquakes in the last 7 days
- 73 earthquakes in the last 30 days
The largest earthquake in Japan:
- Today: 7.6 in Misawa, Aomori, Japan
- This week: 7.6 in Misawa, Aomori, Japan
- This month: 7.6 in Misawa, Aomori, Japan
- This year: 7.6 in Misawa, Aomori, Japan
Japan earthquake update today
Greetings, enthusiasts of science. Today’s science news coverage will start with Patrick. Let’s begin with an update from Japan, where a strong 7.6-magnitude earthquake off its northeastern coast rocked the nation’s main island, Honshu, yesterday. Over thirty individuals were hurt in the earthquake, according to Japan Broadcasting Corporation NHK. Reuters said there were no indications of significant damage, though. Japanese authorities issued a tsunami alarm immediately following the earthquake. Waves between 3.3 and 9.8 feet (1 to 3 meters) were predicted in the first warning. Eventually, the warning was completely dropped after being reduced to a standard caution.
Japan Earthquake injuries and damage
At least 34 individuals were hurt, including one who is in critical condition, according to the Fire and Disaster Management Agency. The majority of injuries occurred when people were hit by falling debris, according to the public broadcaster NHK.
An emergency task force has been established to promptly evaluate the damage, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi informed reporters.
Japan Earthquake Emergency response under way
A strong 7.2-magnitude earthquake that occurred off the coast of Aomori in northeastern Japan on Monday night prompted urgent tsunami warnings throughout Hokkaido, Aomori, and Iwate.
The Japan Meteorological Agency warned that certain coastal areas may see waves as high as three meters and reported tsunami waves between 20 and 50 cm at several ports.
The government has established a crisis-response unit to evaluate the damage, assist with evacuations, and supervise emergency operations, according to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
According to Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara, Hachinohe had a level 6 seismic intensity as a result of the earthquake.
The Higashidori and Onagawa nuclear power reactors are undergoing nuclear safety inspections, but officials claim no anomalies have been found thus far.
Where did the earthquake hit Japan today?
I don’t have real-time data to provide the current location of an earthquake in Japan today. Please check a reliable news source or earthquake monitoring website for the latest information.
Was there a 6.9 earthquake in Japan today?
At 5:03 p.m., the Japan Meteorological Agency announced that an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.9 occurred off the coast of Iwate Prefecture. On Sunday night, northern Japan was struck by a powerful earthquake that had multiple aftershocks. Soon after, a warning about a tsunami was issued.
Earthquake Magnitude Scale
| Magnitude | Earthquake Effects |
| 5.5 to 6.0 | Slight damage to buildings and other structures. |
| 6.1 to 6.9 | May cause a lot of damage in very populated areas. |
| 7.0 to 7.9 | Major earthquake. Serious damage. |
| 8.0 or greater | Great earthquake. Can totally destroy communities near the epicenter. |
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