7.6-magnitude earthquake strikes off Japan, triggering tsunami on country's northern coast
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said the government set up an emergency task force to urgently assess the extent of damage.
www.cbsnews.comI don’t have live data access right now. I can summarize typical steps to check a current tsunami alert for Japan and where to look for authoritative updates.
- Check official sources immediately after a quake: Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) tsunami advisories and warnings are the primary source for current alerts and expected waves.
- Major international outlets often mirror the latest from JMA, plus local police and disaster agencies. Look for live updates on trusted outlets like BBC, Reuters, or NHK.
- If you’re in Prague, monitor your local translation of alerts (if any) and follow guidance from authorities to stay safe and prepared if travel plans could be affected.
What I can provide right now
- Quick guidance on how to interpret typical alerts: a tsunami warning means a higher level of risk and stronger evacuation recommendations; an advisory indicates potential danger and to stay alert; warnings can be downgraded or lifted as conditions clarify.
- General steps for safety if you’re in or near coastal Japan: move to higher ground, follow evacuation routes, keep a battery-powered radio or phone with alerts, and avoid beaches until authorities declare it safe.
If you’d like, I can monitor and summarize updates from reputable sources as soon as you specify you want me to track this.