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Visit7.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Hyuga-nada, Japan; 1 Meter Tsunami Warnings Issued
Aug 8, 2024, 07:54 AM
A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 struck southern Japan, initially reported as 6.9, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA). The earthquake hit near the Hyuga-nada region, prompting tsunami warnings for several areas, including Miyazaki, Kochi, Kagoshima, and Ehime prefectures. The tsunami is expected to reach Japan's southern region around 0830 GMT, with waves estimated to reach a height of 1 meter. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation as residents in the affected regions brace for potential impact.
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