Japan's Northeast Rattled by 7.5-Magnitude Earthquake

A 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck northeastern Japan, prompting evacuation orders and tsunami warnings, which were later downgraded to advisories. The epicenter was off Aomori's coast, significantly impacting Hachinohe city. Little damage was reported, and Japan remains vigilant for possible aftershocks.

An earthquake measuring 7.5 magnitude struck northeastern Japan late Monday, compelling 90,000 residents to evacuate and triggering initial tsunami alerts that were later reduced to advisories.

Centered off Aomori's coast, the quake reached an 'upper 6' intensity in Hachinohe city, where it caused injuries and structural damage but no serious casualties were reported.

While some services were suspended and minor infrastructure disruptions occurred, authorities caution a heightened risk of aftershocks as no severe damage was observed at nuclear facilities.

(With inputs from agencies.)