28/07/2026
powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck southwestern Japan, prompting the Japan Meteorological Agency to issue a tsunami alert for parts of the country's coastline.
The earthquake reached Shindo 7, the highest level on Japan's seismic intensity scale, indicating extremely violent ground shaking in the affected area. Authorities warned that tsunami waves of up to 1 meter (3 feet) could reach some coastal regions while emergency services assessed the situation.
Japan lies along the Pacific Ring of Fire, one of the world's most seismically active regions, making earthquakes a frequent occurrence. Officials are continuing to monitor for aftershocks, tsunami impacts, and any additional hazards.
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