General · 20 April 2026

Japan tsunami warning after 7.4 quake off Honshu

Tens of thousands were told to flee to higher ground after a powerful quake hit northern Japan on Monday afternoon. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a tsunami warning for waves up to 3 metres for Iwate, Aomori and Hokkaido prefectures. Initial waves of around 80cm have hit the coast. Bullet train services are suspended. The Fukushima Daiichi plant is operating normally.

By BriefTea Editorial · 20 April 2026 at 10:34

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