Major earthquake strikes Japan's north-east coast

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete December 8, 2025 at 10:35 PM

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A magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck north-eastern Japan at 23:15 (14:15 GMT), 80km off the coast of the Aomori region, prompting brief tsunami warnings and the evacuation of approximately 90,000 residents. At least seven people were injured, and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi urged residents to remain vigilant for aftershocks. Bullet train services were temporarily suspended along the north-eastern coast. No irregularities were reported at nuclear power plants, including the disabled Fukushima site. The government has established a response office to assess damage and implement emergency measures in the earthquake-prone country.

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Minoru Kihara 30% Japan Meteorological Agency 40% Sanae Takaichi ×250% Aomori region 60% Japan ×780%

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