Earthquake and Tsunami Alert: Yamada, Japan Hit by 6.7 Magnitude Quake
A 6.7 magnitude earthquake hit off the coast of Yamada, Japan, according to the USGS. Following the earthquake, the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) issued a tsunami advisory for the eastern coastline of the country. The earthquake, with a magnitude of 6.7, was located approximately 78 miles east of Yamada at a depth of over six miles. The JMA specifically warned of a potential tsunami with a height of more than 3 feet for the coastline of Iwate Prefecture in northeastern Honshu island.
The JMA also issued a tsunami forecast for various parts of Japan's northeast region, indicating slight sea level changes. The situation is still evolving, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.