April 20, 2026
SUNTV Global Channel Report
A powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake has struck northern , prompting authorities to issue an urgent tsunami warning for coastal communities.
According to the , the quake occurred off the Sanriku Coast, with projections indicating that tsunami waves of up to three metres could hit parts of the Pacific shoreline.
Early reports confirmed that the first waves had already reached , where a 40-centimetre wave was recorded at Miyako Port. Officials warned that larger waves could still follow, particularly affecting coastal areas in Hokkaido and Iwate.
Authorities immediately placed several regions on high alert, including parts of Aomori, Miyagi, and Akita, urging residents to evacuate vulnerable coastal zones and remain vigilant.
In an advisory issued shortly after the quake, emergency officials warned of strong ground shaking across northern Japan, particularly in the Tohoku and Hokkaido regions.
Experts have also cautioned about the possibility of aftershocks, noting that earthquakes of this magnitude often precede further seismic activity.
Drawing comparisons to the , authorities reminded residents that a similar sequence of events once began with a foreshock before escalating into a devastating disaster.
Emergency response teams have been mobilised, while monitoring systems remain active to track wave patterns and seismic developments.
Residents have been advised to stay away from coastal areas, follow official evacuation orders, and remain alert as the situation continues to unfold.
SUNTV Global Channel reports that authorities are closely monitoring developments as Japan braces for potential aftershocks and further tsunami impact.
