A magnitude-7.5 earthquake struck off Japan’s northeastern coast on Monday, injuring more than two dozen people and prompting authorities to issue evacuation orders for more than 100,000 people. ( read original story ...)
Tsunami warnings follow 7.6 magnitude earthquake in northeast Japan
Japanese officials directed tsunami warnings for Hokkaido, Aomori, and Iwate coastal regions after the powerful quake hit around 11:15 p.m. local time. ( read original story ...)
Japan lifts tsunami warning after 7.5-magnitude earthquake
Japanese authorities lifted tsunami warnings on Tuesday hours after a powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake shook northeastern regions, injuring at least 30 people and forcing about 90,000 residents to ... ( read original story ...)
Maps: 7.6-Magnitude Earthquake Near Japan Prompts Tsunami Alert
A major, 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck in the North Pacific Ocean on Monday, according to the United States Geological Survey. The quake prompted tsunami alerts for coastal Japan. The temblor ... ( read original story ...)
Evacuation orders issued in Japan after powerful earthquake triggers tsunami warning
A powerful magnitude-7.6 earthquake struck off Japan’s northeastern coast on Monday, triggering evacuation orders and a tsunami warning for parts of the coastline. ( read original story ...)
Japan says earthquake in capital could kill 18,000, cost $535B in damage
An earthquake with a high likelihood of striking beneath Tokyo and nearby areas in the coming decades could kill 18,000 people and cause 83 trillion yen ($535 billion) in economic damage in the ... ( read original story ...)
Two Earthquakes Strike Japan In Short Succession: What to Know
Two strong earthquakes struck Japan Tuesday at magnitudes of 5.4 and 4.7, according to data from the United States Geological Survey ( USGS ). The first quake struck in the Pacific Ocean about 80 ... ( read original story ...)
Strong earthquake strikes Kyushu region of western Japan
A strong earthquake has struck the Kyushu region of western Japan. The Japan Meteorological Agency says the magnitude 5.7 quake occurred in Kumamoto Prefecture, and had an intensity of upper 5 on the ... ( read original story ...)
Strong quake hits Kumamoto Pref. in southwest Japan; no tsunami warning
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.7 hit Kumamoto Prefecture in southwestern Japan on Tuesday, but no tsunami warning wa ... ( read original story ...)
5.5-magnitude earthquake strikes Japan’s Kyushu
The quake’s epicenter was located at a depth of 10.0 km, initially determined to be at 33.01 degrees north latitude and 131.01 degrees east ... ( read original story ...)
When are we due for a giant earthquake? Scientists weigh in
Their whole life, producer Hannah Chinn has known about the Big One: a massive earthquake forecasted to hit the West Coast. Scientists say it’ll destroy buildings, collapse bridges, flood coastal ... ( read original story ...)
Japan issues tsunami warning after 6.7 magnitude earthquake
Japanese authorities issued a tsunami alert for the northeast of the country on Sunday after a magnitude 6.7 earthquake was recorded in the Pacific Ocean, close to the country. ( read original story ...)
Strong 6.9-magnitude quake hits northern Japan, tsunami advisory cancelled
The quake that hit northern Japan on Sunday caused temporary power outages and train delays. No injuries or damage were reported, and a tsunami advisory was cancelled.View on euronews ... ( read original story ...)
Dozens of earthquakes rattle Japan after tsunami warning canceled
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Japan's Iwate Prefecture at 5:03 p.m. local time on Sunday. ( read original story ...)
Aside From Super Typhoon Uwan, Recent Japan Earthquake Brings Tsunami Fears to the Philippines – How Likely Will This Happen?
After super typhoon Uwan, Filipinos are worried about the possibility of a tsunami after a magnitude 6.9 earthquake in Japan. ( read original story ...)
Japanese smart city offers residents quake, privacy protection
Digital tools launched in a Japanese smart city that can send disaster alerts to safeguard residents are part of an optional technology push aiming to overcome social and economic challenges, while also allaying privacy fears. ( read original story ...)