Earthquake in Japan; Tsunami Warning, People Advised to Evacuate Coastal Areas

Japan was rattled by a powerful earthquake, registering 7.6 on the Richter scale in northern regions, prompting the Japan Meteorological Agency to issue a tsunami warning for coastal areas. Residents in these coastal zones have received advisories to evacuate to ensure their safety. According to reports from Japanese media outlet NHK, a one-meter-high sea wave has already swept across the coastal areas of the country. Authorities are actively inspecting power plants, including nuclear facilities, to assess any potential impact or damage. Japan, situated in one of the most seismically active regions globally, has a history of significant earthquakes, notably the devastating 2011 earthquake that led to damage at the Fukushima nuclear power plant. As the nation navigates this latest seismic event, precautions and responses are underway to safeguard lives and infrastructure.