A powerful magnitude-6.8 earthquake rocked eastern Japan Sunday afternoon, sending authorities scrambling to issue tsunami advisories for Iwate Prefecture. The quake struck just 10 kilometers below the Pacific Ocean floor near Honshu at 5:03 p.m. local time, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA).
Wave Warning: “Don’t Let Your Guard Down”
JMA warned residents of potential tsunami waves up to 1 meter (3.3 feet) along Iwate’s eastern coastline, urging people to avoid shorelines. While smaller than some Hollywood disaster movie scenarios 🎥💥, even modest waves can sweep away vehicles and debris.
Why the Discrepancy in Magnitude?
Fun fact: China Earthquake Networks Center measured the quake at 6.8, while JMA reported 6.7. This difference comes from varying measurement methods – like debating whether that TikTok dance was “medium spicy” or “full fire.” 🔥📱 Both agencies agree: safety first!
No major damage has been reported yet, but aftershock alerts remain active. Stay tuned for updates!
