Yesterday evening on December 8, as the sun was setting, a magnitude-7.5 quake struck beneath the waves off Aomori’s coast. Phones buzzed with 🌊⚠️ tsunami alerts, warning coastal communities to stay vigilant.
By dawn, local authorities reported at least 30 people injured. The bigger story? Over 100,000 residents across Aomori and neighboring prefectures were ordered to evacuate to higher ground, packing essentials in a hurry as shelters filled up.
Today, tsunami warnings have been lifted, but Japan’s meteorological agency warns of potential strong aftershocks in the coming week. ⏳ Experts recommend keeping emergency kits ready and staying tuned to official updates.
In the meantime, communities are rallying to support one another, checking on friends and family, and beginning cleanup efforts. This event is a powerful reminder of Japan’s resilience when the earth moves — stay safe, stay prepared, and let’s hope for calmer days ahead. 🤞❤️
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
