A 7.1 magnitude earthquake shook Japan, prompting a tsunami advisory that was later lifted by authorities. The update eased immediate concerns after the strong tremor triggered precautionary alerts.
Officials said there were no reports of damage to major public facilities or other key infrastructure. Authorities also said there were no reported problems at three nearby nuclear power plants, an important point of attention after a large quake.
The lifting of the tsunami advisory suggested that the coastal risk had diminished after the initial warning period. Even so, authorities continued assessing the situation following the earthquake and monitoring for any delayed effects.
The incident drew close attention because of the quake’s strength and its proximity to sensitive infrastructure. Early official information indicated that, despite the powerful shaking, major damage had not been identified at the time of the latest update.
