The quake, occurring at 4:10 p.m. local time, led to a large tsunami warning specifically issued for Ishikawa Prefecture.
The earthquake registered a maximum intensity of 7 on the Japanese seismic scale on the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture, causing significant ground shaking. Additionally, the quake's impact extended to central Tokyo, where buildings were reported to have experienced shaking.
Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and have issued alerts in response to the seismic activity, urging residents to take necessary precautions in the affected regions. The potential tsunami threat has heightened concerns, and residents in the warned areas are advised to follow safety protocols and evacuate to higher ground if necessary.
This event underscores the seismic vulnerability of the region, and rescue and relief efforts are anticipated as authorities assess the aftermath and potential damages resulting from the earthquake and any subsequent tsunami. (ILKHA)