A massive 8.0 magnitude earthquake could hit Japan, warns after strong shaking triggers tsunami and coastal evacuations

Huge waves were seen engulfing vast swathes of Japan's coastline

Japan issued a special warning on Monday warning of an increased risk of an earthquake of magnitude 8.0 or greater after strong tremors rocked northern Japan and triggered a tsunami warning. The Japan Meteorological Agency released a statement saying, “The possibility of another major earthquake occurring is relatively higher than in normal times.” The warning … Read more

Japan tsunami warning issued after powerful earthquake off northern coast – Follow the latest updates

Justin McQuarrie

Tsunami warning issued due to strong earthquake off the coast of northern Japan A strong earthquake struck off the coast of northern Japan, prompting the Japan Meteorological Agency to issue a tsunami warning for the region. The quake, which recorded a preliminary magnitude of 7.4, struck at around 4:53 p.m. (7:53 p.m. Japan time) off … Read more