Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:24pm on 08 Dec 2025,Monday Weather & Environment
A strong 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck off the northern coast of Japan, prompting the Japan Meteorological Agency to issue a major tsunami warning for Hokkaido, Aomori, and Iwate prefectures. Authorities warned that waves could reach up to 3 metres, urging thousands of residents in coastal areas to evacuate immediately. Initial tsunami waves between 20–50 cm were recorded in several northern ports. The quake’s epicenter was around 80 km off Aomori, at a depth of 50 km. Emergency services are assessing damage, while residents remain on high alert for aftershocks and further tsunami activity.
