Japan Under Strike: 7.5 Magnitude Earthquake and Threat of a 3-Meter Tsunami
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A powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake has struck off the northeastern coast of Japan, triggering a major tsunami warning. Authorities have issued emergency evacuation orders for 171,000 people, urging residents to leave dangerous coastal zones immediately.
The epicenter was located 10 km deep beneath the seabed near Iwate Prefecture. Strong tremors were felt in more than 15 settlements, where seismic activity reached five on the national seven-point scale. The first waves, measuring up to 70 cm, have already reached parts of the shore; however, meteorologists warn that tsunami heights could soon escalate to a critical 3 meters. The prefectures of Iwate, Aomori, Miyagi, and the southern part of Hokkaido island remain under high alert.
Special attention is focused on the region's nuclear facilities. TEPCO, the operator of the Fukushima Daiichi and Daini nuclear power plants, conducted an emergency system check. According to official reports, no abnormalities or emergency situations have been detected at the plants, and radiation levels remain normal. Energy companies continue to monitor the situation in real-time.
Special attention is focused on the region's nuclear facilities. TEPCO, the operator of the Fukushima Daiichi and Daini nuclear power plants, conducted an emergency system check. According to official reports, no abnormalities or emergency situations have been detected at the plants, and radiation levels remain normal. Energy companies continue to monitor the situation in real-time.
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