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All warnings have been lifted.
Initial Report
A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7 has struck the Sea of Japan coast of Japan. The earthquake has been accompanied by a tsunami with a height of up to 5 meters. This tsunami is a serious threat to life and property.
If you are in the affected area, please evacuate to a safe location immediately. The best place to evacuate is to the top of a building or to higher ground. If you are unable to evacuate to higher ground, you should find a safe place to shelter in place, such as a basement or a sturdy interior room.
Please stay tuned to local media for updates on the situation.
Additional information:
- The earthquake occurred at approximately 5:20 PM on January 1, 2024.
- The earthquake was centered in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan.
- The tsunami is expected to reach coastal areas within 30 minutes of the earthquake.
- The tsunami could reach heights of up to 5 meters.
- The earthquake has caused widespread damage and disruption.
- Fires have been reported in several areas.
- Power outages are currently affecting more than 30,000 households in Ishikawa Prefecture and other parts of Japan.
Earthquake
- Indoors, there is a risk of furniture falling over.
- Buildings will collapse Evacuate to the outdoors immediately if you sense danger.
Tsunami
- Evacuate to higher ground or higher up in the building.
- Possible second or third wave.