Tokyo – On Thursday, powerful tremors were felt on Japan's southern coast, triggering a tsunami warning. The Japan Meteorological Agency reported that a 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck southern Kyushu on Thursday afternoon. The quake's epicenter was located at a depth of 30 kilometers (18.6 miles) on the east coast of Kyushu, Japan's southern main island.
Following the earthquake, a tsunami warning was issued for the eastern and southern coasts of Kyushu and the southern coast of Shikoku. The Meteorological Agency predicted waves up to 1 meter (3.3 feet) along these coasts.
Japan's public broadcaster NHK specified that the tsunami warning was in effect for the Miyazaki and Kochi prefectures, urging residents to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions. The situation is being closely monitored as authorities assess potential damage and the impact on coastal regions.
