Magnitude 7.2 earthquake strikes off Japan, triggers tsunami alert
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Magnitude 7.2 earthquake strikes off Japan, triggers tsunami alert
"Japan's Meteorological Agency says a tsunami as high as three metres (10 feet) could hit country's northeastern coast. A powerful earthquake has struck off Japan's coast, triggering a tsunami alert. An initial report by Japan's Meteorological Agency put the magnitude of the quake on Monday at 7.2. It said the earthquake struck off the coast of Aomori and Hokkaido, adding that a tsunami as high as three metres (10 feet) could hit Japan's northeastern coast."
"A powerful earthquake has struck off Japan's coast, triggering a tsunami alert. An initial report by Japan's Meteorological Agency put the magnitude of the quake on Monday at 7.2. It said the earthquake struck off the coast of Aomori and Hokkaido, adding that a tsunami as high as three metres (10 feet) could hit Japan's northeastern coast. There were no immediate reports of casualties or damages."
A magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck off the coast of Aomori and Hokkaido on Monday. Japan's Meteorological Agency warned that a tsunami as high as three metres (10 feet) could hit the country's northeastern coast. The quake triggered a tsunami alert for coastal areas and prompted immediate monitoring of ocean and coastal conditions. Emergency services and local authorities were placed on alert to respond to potential flooding and coastal impacts. There were no immediate reports of casualties or damages. Coastal residents and vessels were advised to follow evacuation guidance and safety instructions. Further assessments and updates are expected as more information becomes available.
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