Japan Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Warning: 7.4 Magnitude Quake Hits Central Japan

TOKYO, KOMPAS.com – The Japan earthquake measuring 7.4 magnitude triggered a tsunami warning on Monday (1/1/2024).

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) revealed that this earthquake hit central Japan.

The strong earthquake prompted Japanese officials to issue a tsunami warning and urge people in the area to move to higher ground.

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“All residents must immediately evacuate to higher ground,” said national broadcaster NHK after the earthquake hit the Noto area in Ishikawa prefecture at around 16.10 local time (14.10 WIB).

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2024-01-01 07:49:00
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