A powerful magnitude-7.4 earthquake struck near Japan's Honshu coast on Monday, sending residents scrambling for safety. According to the European Mediterranean Seismological Center, the quake hit close to Ishikawa prefecture, where footage captured by a CGTN stringer showed communities in Komatsu-shi evacuating to shelters amid aftershocks. 🌊🔍
Social media lit up with videos of swaying buildings and locals sharing real-time updates—think TikTok meets disaster prep. One resident tweeted, 'Never felt anything like this… grabbed my cat and ran!' 🐱💨 Authorities are assessing damage, but no major casualties have been reported yet. Stay tuned for updates!
For young travelers and expats in Japan: Check local advisories and keep emergency kits handy. Our thoughts are with everyone affected! 🙏🇯🇵
