INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
notably at Wajima Port, with waves surpassing 1.2 meters.A significant blaze also broke out in Wajima city
Originating from a shallow point in Noto, Ishikawa, this quake led to persistent tremors.Authorities responded with tsunami alerts across
various Sea of Japan prefectures
(Photo Internet reproduction)Prime Minister Fumio Kishida immediately called for evacuations in endangered areas
2018.The Meteorological Agency cautioned about more severe quakes possibly hitting the affected areas soon.In Wajima, the quake ignited a
large fire and caused widespread damage, leaving around 32,500 homes without power.The quake also led to injuries across several
prefectures, with some individuals hospitalized due to falls and debris impact
Tsunamis additionally touched Toyama and Niigata.Despite the quake, nuclear facilities reported no abnormalities.Reacting swiftly, the
government set up a crisis center in Tokyo to manage evacuation efforts, assess damages, and coordinate rescue operations.In response, East
suspended services on key Shinkansen lines to ensure passenger safety.As Japan grapples with this crisis, the nation remains alert, with a
focus on recovery and preparedness for potential aftershocks.
