18 Jun 2019 | 02:03 PM UTC
Japan: Tsunami warning for northwestern coast following 6.8- magnitude earthquake June 18
6.8-magnitude earthquake hits the northwestern coast at 22:22 (local time) on June 18; tsunami warning for Yamagata, Niigata prefectures and Sadogashima island and Noto area
Event
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit the Yamagata prefecture at 22:22 (local time) on Tuesday, June 18. A tsunami warning has been issued for Yamagata prefecture, Niigata prefecture, Sadogashima island, and Noto area (Ishikawa prefecture). The extent of the earthquake's damage is not yet known. Aftershocks are likely in the coming hours.
Advice
Individuals in the above areas are advised to evacuate coastal and low-lying areas and adhere to any advice or instructions issued by the local authorities.
