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Tsunami warning issued in Japan after powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake
Japan issued an urgent tsunami warning after a strong 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck off the northeastern coast late on Monday night. According to seismological agencies, the epicenter was located approximately 84 kilometers east of Misawa, with the quake occurring about 50 kilometers below the seabed.
Authorities warned that tsunami waves—potentially reaching up to three meters—could hit coastal areas in Hokkaido, Aomori, and Iwate. Residents were instructed to evacuate immediately and stay away from coastal zones and river mouths, which could rapidly overflow as waves may arrive in multiple surges.
A second, stronger quake of magnitude 7.6 was also recorded near Misawa by the U.S. Geological Survey, prompting heightened alerts across the region.
Images broadcast by local media showed large sections of Japan’s coastline placed under tsunami advisories. The threat revived memories of the devastating 2011 disaster, when waves reached up to 40 meters in some areas.
While current projections indicate lower tsunami heights, authorities emphasized the need for swift evacuation and strict adherence to safety instructions.
