7.1-Magnitude Tremor Prompts Tsunami Advisory

Japan issued a tsunami advisory after a 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Miyazaki Prefecture. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 18 miles, prompting officials to warn residents to immediately leave coastal areas of Kochi and Miyazaki prefectures. The tsunami advisory was issued as a precaution, with waves not expected to exceed 1 meter. Japanese broadcaster NHK reported that there was no structural damage to buildings, but Miyazaki Port experienced a surge of 20 inches, the largest reported so far. The situation is still developing, and updates are expected. Arata Yamamoto reported from Tokyo, and Jennifer Jett reported from Hong Kong.

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