A powerful magnitude 6.7 earthquake rocked northern and northeastern Japan earlier today, triggering tsunami warnings along coastal areas. Authorities are urging residents to immediately evacuate to higher ground as waves up to 3 meters (10 feet) could hit Ishikawa, Niigata, and Yamagata prefectures.
📱 Live updates show emergency alerts blaring across smartphones, with bullet trains halted and airports temporarily closed. "This feels like the 2011 tremors all over again," shared Sendai resident Akira Tanaka via Twitter, echoing widespread anxiety.
🌍 The Japan Meteorological Agency confirmed the epicenter was near the Noto Peninsula at a shallow depth. While no major structural damage has been reported yet, aftershocks continue to rattle the region. International disaster response teams are on standby as nightfall complicates rescue efforts.
⚠️ Travelers in the area should check @JMA_Japan for real-time updates and avoid coastal sightseeing spots. This developing story reminds us why Japan’s earthquake preparedness drills are everyone’s business – from Tokyo salarymen to Kyoto tourists.
