Earthquake in Southwest Japan Sparks Tsunami Advisory

 

Overview of the Earthquake

A powerful 6.9 magnitude earthquake has struck off the coast of southwest Japan, prompting a tsunami advisory from Japan’s Meteorological Agency. The quake hit shortly after 9:19 p.m. local time (7:19 a.m. ET).

Affected Areas

• Miyazaki Province: Located on Kyushu Island
• Kochi Prefecture: Situated in southern Japan

Safety Recommendations

Authorities have issued a warning for residents in the affected areas:

• Avoid entering the sea
• Stay away from coastal areas

These precautions are advised until the tsunami advisory is officially lifted.

Sources

For the latest updates and official announcements, please refer to Japan's Meteorological Agency's posts on X.