Sanriku
Coverage of Sanriku in the Nexus archive.
- 7.5-magnitude earthquake strikes off Japan, tsunami alert issued
A 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Sanriku in northern Japan at 4:53 p.m. local time, with a depth of approximately 6 miles below the sea surface. A tsunami alert was issued following the seismic event.
- Massive 7.5-magnitude earthquake hits off Japanese coast, tsunami alert issued
A 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck off the northern coast of Japan, prompting a tsunami alert. The quake occurred near Sanriku at 4:53 p.m. local time, with a depth of 10 miles, and NHK warned of a potential 10-foot tsunami in the region.
- Japan tsunami alert issued following powerful earthquake off northern coast – follow latest
A powerful 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Sanriku, Japan, prompting a tsunami alert. Authorities warn of significant waves in Iwate, Aomori, and Hokkaido prefectures, urging evacuations. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced the formation of an emergency task force to address the crisis.