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Strong earthquake off Japan's coast triggers tsunami warning

Japan's Meteorological Agency reported a 7.6 magnitude earthquake off the northern coast. A tsunami warning for up to 3-meter waves has been issued in the area.


Strong earthquake off Japan's coast triggers tsunami warning

The Japan Meteorological Agency announced that a strong earthquake struck off the northern coast of Japan on Monday, prompting a tsunami warning. The agency stated that the magnitude 7.6 earthquake hit off the coasts of Aomori and Hokkaido. A tsunami warning was issued for the area, with waves expected to reach up to 3 meters in height.