Tokyo – A 6.9-magnitude earthquake followed by a 7.1 tremor struck off southern Japan today, the Japan meteorological agency said warning of tsunamis striking coastal areas.
A tsunami advisory was issued for coastal regions on the southern Japanese islands of Kyushu and Shikoku, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.
Tsunamis of up to one metre were expected to arrive or have arrived in some coastal areas in Kyushu and Shikoku islands, broadcaster NHK reported.
“Tsunamis will strike repeatedly. Please do not enter the sea or approach the coast until the warning is lifted,” the Japan Meteorological Agency said. The Japanese government set up a special task force in response to the quakes, according to a statement.
