Monday brought chaos to north-central Japan as a formidable earthquake shook the region, prompting immediate tsunami warnings along the western coast. Residents were urged to evacuate swiftly as tremors continued to unsettle the area, emphasizing the urgency of the situation.
The initial seismic impact, measuring 7.6 in magnitude, was swiftly succeeded by a one-meter-high tsunami assaulting specific coastal areas along the Sea of Japan. NHK’s report heightened concerns, particularly about the looming possibility of larger waves hitting Ishikawa Prefecture’s Noto area, amplifying apprehensions about the unfolding events.
Hokuriku Electric Power is inspecting all of its facilities for possible damage following recent seismic activity.
Near the epicenter, major highways have been officially closed by the Japanese Traffic Authority as a precautionary measure due to ongoing seismic events.