Japan’s “major earthquake” warning has put much of the country on high alert, even as some experts cast doubt on whether such an advisory is necessary or accurate. ( read original story ...)
No scientific basis for so-called ‘quake clouds’: Japan weather researcher
TOKYO -- A weather expert in Japan emphasizes that there is no scientific basis for so-called "earthquake clouds" and is calling on people to be careful not to spread false information, after posts making claims about such clouds appeared on social media ... ( read original story ...)
Feeling dizzy and nauseated after an earthquake? Here’s why.
What people experience during and after earthquakes is, effectively, motion sickness, Larry Brown, a professor of geophysics at Cornell University, tells Yahoo Life. “It’s kind of like being seasick on a boat: Your body is not expecting it when the ground starts to move, and that can be very destabilizing,” he says. ( read original ...
Japan earthquake: Tsunami warning after 7.1-magnitude tremor sparks terrifying ‘megaquake’ alert
A tsunami warning has been issued for Japan after a massive 7.1 magnitude earthquake has rocked the region. Authorities in Japan have now told that there is a risk of a rising sea level of one ... ( read original story ...)
Old Japan tsunami photos falsely linked to August 2024 quake
"Pray for Japan! A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck southern Japan, triggering a tsunami that has reached western Miyazaki prefecture," read an English-language Facebook post. The post contained a collage of two pictures showing tsunami waves swallowing ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Earthquake Concerns and Rising Yen Spark Anxiety Among South Korean Tourists
The impact of these factors on South Korea’s travel patterns to Japan remains to be seen. According to the Korea Tourism Organization, of the 2.22 million South Koreans who traveled abroad in June, 700,000 (31.5%) visited Japan, making it the most popular destination. ( read original story ...)
Japan coastal hotels face surge in cancellations after megaquake advisory
Hotels in central and Western Japan experience surge in booking withdrawals as quake advisory raises travel fears, impacting summer tourism. ( read original story ...)
Japan releases first ‘megaquake’ caution
On Thursday, the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) issued its inaugural mega earthquake caution following a significant magnitude 7.1 earthquake th ( read original story ...)
Another severe earthquake rocks Japan
Northern Japan was struck by a severe 6.8 magnitude earthquake today. No tsunami warning was issued. This follows recent seismic activity including a 7.1 magnitude quake in southern Japan and another in Kanagawa. ( read original story ...)
Why Japan issued its first-ever ‘megaquake advisory’ — and what that means
A 7.1-magnitude earthquake has raised the risk of an even larger temblor on the Nankai Trough, an underwater subduction zone. ( read original story ...)
6.8 magnitude earthquake jolts Japan
A strong earthquake of magnitude of 6.8 hit northern and northeastern Japan on Saturday, local media said. However, the weather agency has not issued tsunami warning, Tokyo-based Kyodo News Agency reported. The epicenter of the quake was about 490 kilometers (304 miles) below the surface of the earth, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. ( read ...
Japan Bolsters Disaster Preparedness Amid Megaquake Warning
Japan increases disaster preparedness following a megaquake advisory along the Pacific coast. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida cancels a trip to Central Asia due to heightened earthquake risks. Recent quakes and tsunami warnings prompt immediate action. ( read original story ...)
Japanese urged to avoid panic-buying as megaquake fears spead
Authorities in Japan urged people to avoid hoarding as anxiety over a possible megaquake triggered a spike Saturday in demand for disaster kits and daily necessities.Experts however emphasise the risk, ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Kishida cancels Asia trip after scientists urge preparations for a possible ‘megaquake’
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has canceled a planned trip to Central Asia to lead the government’s response after scientists urged people to prepare for a possible “megaquake” off the country’s southern coast. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s PM cancels Central Asia, Mongolia trip after earthquake risk warning
Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Friday cancelled plans to visit Central Asia and Mongolia this weekend, following an unprecedented advisory that the risk of a major Pacific coast earthquake was higher than usual. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s PM cancels central Asia trip after earthquake risk warning
Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida cancelled plans to visit central Asia on Friday, and spearhead precautionary measures instead, following an unprecedented warning that the risk of a major Pacific coast earthquake was higher than usual. ( read original story ...)