Hokkaido earthquake update: Japanese officials give latest on tsunami warning after massive jolt
A strong 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido on Sunday, according to Earthquake Track. After immediate monitoring, the site confirmed that no tsunami warning had been issued following the powerful jolt.
According to early seismic data, the quake occurred near Naka-satsunai in southern Hokkaido at approximately 20:23 UTC, with a depth of around 81 kilometers.
The United States Geological Survey confirmed the magnitude and location, placing the epicenter about 18 km west of Sarabetsu.
The Japan Meteorological Agency is keeping an eye on the situation and is anticipated to release more details.
Megaquake advisory for the north-eastern coastline of Japan
An earthquake of a magnitude of 7.7 had struck off Sanriku, Japan, on Monday, April 20.
Since the massive jolt, authorities worry that the initial tremor was only the beginning and that things are getting worse. Due to a “subsequent quake advisory” issued by the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), visitors in coastal areas are currently getting ready to evacuate.