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Urgent: 6.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Northeast Coast of Japan Pacific Coast Tsunami Warning Issued

Foreign12 Dec 2025 10:20 GMT+7

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Urgent: 6.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Northeast Coast of Japan Pacific Coast Tsunami Warning Issued

Japan has issued a tsunami warning following a strong earthquake near Hokkaido and Tohoku. The tremors were felt in several coastal cities.

On 12 Dec 2025 GMT+7, NHK news reported citing the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) announcement that a 6.7 magnitude earthquake occurred offshore in the northeast, near Hokkaido and Tohoku, prompting a tsunami warning covering the northern Pacific coast.

Reports stated that tremors were felt in multiple coastal cities, but there are no immediate reports of severe damage or injuries. Local authorities have urged residents in risk areas to evacuate to higher ground and closely follow official updates.

Japanese officials continue to assess the tsunami threat and damage from the tremors and will provide further updates.

Source: NHK