Japan: Magnitude 7.7 Earthquake – Tsunami Warning Issued

A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck northern Japan, triggering tsunami warnings and evacuations in coastal areas. The quake occurred at 4:53 p.m. local time in the Tohoku region, centered offshore of the Sanriku coast.

Affected areas: Hokkaido and the Sanriku coast. Evacuation warnings were issued for 11 cities on the northeastern coast.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reported casualties and material damage. There is a warning of an increased risk of a major earthquake in the coming days.