Japan issues tsunami alerts after strong 7.6 offshore quake jolts northeastern region

undefined 10, 2025

Source: interestingengineering

A 7.6 offshore earthquake struck northern Japan late Monday, triggering tsunami warnings and coastal evacuations. The epicentre was 80 km off Aomori at 50 km depth, with waves initially forecast up to 3 m. Alerts were later downgraded to an advisory, though authorities warned of repeated waves and urged people to avoid coasts. At least 13 people were injured, including cases in Hachinohe and a road cave-in incident. The government activated an emergency task force as assessments continue.

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