A strong earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.1 has rocked the coast of southern Japan, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The epicenter of the earthquake is just a dozen miles off the coast of the city of Miyazaki on the island of Kyushu in Japan but the Japan Meteorological Agency has now lifted ...
Japan warns of heightened risk of megaquake
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Japan Warns of Elevated Risk of Giant Earthquake After Strong One Hits
Japan’s meteorological agency said on Thursday that there was a higher-than-usual chance that an immense earthquake could hit the country in the next few days, following a 7.1-magnitude temblor off the southern island of Kyushu. ( read original story ...)
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7.1 magnitude earthquake strikes off Japan’s coast, tsunami advisory issued
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake was detected off Japan's southern coast, triggering a tsunami advisory. No injuries or serious damage were immediately reported. ( read original story ...)
7.1 magnitude earthquake strikes off Japan’s coast, tsunami advisory issued
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake was detected off Japan's southern coast, triggering a tsunami advisory. No injuries or serious damage were immediately reported. ( read original story ...)
Videos show the moment a powerful earthquake struck southern Japan
A powerful earthquake struck off Japan’s southern coast and triggered a tsunami advisory. Residents were urged to stay away from the coastline, but there were no immediate reports of injuries or ... ( read original story ...)
Videos show the moment a powerful earthquake struck southern Japan
A powerful earthquake struck off Japan’s southern coast and triggered a tsunami advisory. Residents were urged to stay away from the coastline, but there were no immediate reports of injuries or ... ( read original story ...)
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A 7.1 earthquake hit southwest Japan, according to USGS. It was recorded about 15 miles deep, 12 miles southeast of Miyazaki. ( read original story ...)