Massive Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Alert Off Japan's Northern Coast
A strong earthquake measuring 7.4 on the Richter scale has struck off the northern coast of Japan, leading to a tsunami warning from the Japan Meteorological Agency. The quake occurred near Sanriku at a depth of 10 kilometers, with potential tsunami waves reaching up to 3 meters. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing situation.
Apr 20, 2026, 14:26 IST
Seismic Activity Near Japan
Tokyo: A significant earthquake has hit off the northern coast of Japan, prompting the Japan Meteorological Agency to issue a tsunami warning for the affected area.
The earthquake, which has been initially measured at a magnitude of 7.4, struck near Sanriku at approximately 4:53 PM local time (07:53 GMT). The quake occurred at a depth of around 10 kilometers (6 miles) beneath the ocean's surface.
According to Japan's NHK public broadcaster, a tsunami reaching heights of up to 3 meters (10 feet) may impact the region imminently.