Japan Earthquake: Tsunami Warning Activated for Iwate Prefecture After 6.8 Quake

Japan Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Advisory for Iwate Prefecture

Japan issued a tsunami advisory for Iwate Prefecture on Sunday evening after a powerful offshore earthquake struck the northern Pacific region.

Details of the Earthquake

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) recorded the quake at magnitude 6.8.
India's National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported it as magnitude 6.6.
The earthquake occurred approximately 30 km beneath the ocean surface.
It struck near coordinates 39.51° N latitude and 143.38° E longitude at around 5:03 pm local time.

Tsunami Advisory and Warnings

The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) quickly issued a tsunami advisory for the Iwate coastline, warning that waves up to one metre high could reach the shore.

“A tsunami advisory has been issued,” AFP quoted the agency as saying, cautioning residents that waves could arrive without much warning.

Public broadcaster NHK confirmed that tsunami waves had been observed offshore and urged people to avoid beaches and coastal areas. However, live television footage showed calm waters in several locations.

Historical Context

The earthquake brought back painful memories of the 2011 disaster when a 9.0-magnitude undersea quake caused a catastrophic tsunami, killing or leaving missing approximately 18,500 people.

This event also triggered a meltdown of three nuclear reactors at the Fukushima plant, resulting in one of the world's worst nuclear disasters since Chernobyl.

Summary: A recent offshore earthquake near Iwate prompted a tsunami advisory, recalling the devastating impact of Japan’s 2011 quake and nuclear crisis, while authorities continue to monitor the situation closely.

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Oneindia — 2025-11-09

Japan Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Advisory for Iwate Prefecture

Details of the Earthquake

Tsunami Advisory and Warnings

Historical Context

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