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Earthquake slams Japan, residents flee some coastal areas

IndiaTimes Monday, 1 January 2024
A powerful earthquake struck central Japan triggering tsunami warnings for coastal prefectures. The quake caused waves along the Sea of Japan coast and knocked out power to thousands of homes. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued the first major tsunami warning since the 2011 earthquake and tsunami. Russia also issued tsunami warnings in its far eastern cities. The extent of the damage is still being assessed, and there is a possibility of more strong quakes in the area.
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