At 9:22 a.m. GMT a powerful earthquake struck off Japan's coast and a tsunami advisory was issued for coastal areas. Residents and mariners were warned to avoid shorelines and follow local authorities' instructions. There are no immediate confirmed reports of damage or casualties; updates are expected as officials complete assessments. People in affected areas are urged to move to higher ground if necessary and stay tuned to official channels.
Powerful earthquake off Japan's coast at 9:22 a.m. GMT — tsunami advisory issued
At 9:22 a.m. GMT a powerful earthquake struck off Japan's coast and a tsunami advisory was issued for coastal areas. Residents and mariners were warned to avoid shorelines and follow local authorities' instructions. There are no immediate confirmed reports of damage or casualties; updates are expected as officials complete assessments. People in affected areas are urged to move to higher ground if necessary and stay tuned to official channels.
16:27, 09.11.2025Environment
Powerful earthquake strikes off Japan's coast
At 9:22 a.m. GMT, a powerful earthquake struck off the coast of Japan and authorities issued a tsunami advisory for affected coastal areas.
Warnings and immediate response: Coastal residents and mariners were urged to avoid shorelines, harbors and beaches and to follow instructions from local officials and emergency services. There are no immediate confirmed reports of damage or casualties; officials say updates will follow as assessments continue.
What residents should do: If you are in an advised area, move to higher ground or inland away from the coast, stay off the roads if possible to allow emergency services to operate, and monitor local radio, television and official social channels for alerts or evacuation orders. Mariners should seek safe, deep water following guidance from maritime authorities.
Authorities will provide further information as assessments are completed. Stay alert to updates and respect all local safety instructions.