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7.7-magnitude earthquake hits Japan

Japan at risk of additional 'mega-quake' following 7.7-magnitude earthquake

A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck the northern coast of Japan on Monday, triggering tsunami alerts and warnings that over 120,000 residents should seek higher ground and stay away from the coasts, acc...

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Earthquake sets off brief tsunami alert and a megaquake advisory in northern Japan

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‘Mega-quake’ warning after Japan hit by 7.7 magnitude earthquake

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Strong earthquake hits off Japan’s coast, tsunami advisory issued

A three-meter (9.8-foot) tsunami warning has been issued for Japan after a strong 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck off the northeastern coast, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.

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US expert talks about 7.7 Japan quake and risk for more

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Is there risk in Oregon from 7.7 magnitude quake off Japan?

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No tsunami threat to Hawaii after major Japan earthquake

The PTWC stayed vigilant throughout the night, evaluating all available data and later determined that a “destructive Pacific-wide tsunami is not expected.”

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Japan eases back tsunami warning after magnitude 7.7 quake, no immediate reports of casualties, damage

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Japan On Alert For Potential Megaquake After 7.4M Quake Causes Tsunami Warning Monday

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Japan earthquake raises risk of more

An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.7 off northern Japan on Monday sparked a short-lived tsunami alert and prompted authorities to advise of a slightly higher risk of a possible mega-quake for coastal areas there.

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Japan on higher quake alert after powerful tremor rattles Tohoku

The April 20 earthquake off the Tohoku region caused minor injuries, rekindled haunting memories of the 2011 disaster and prompted the government to warn about a heightened risk of a catastrophic mega-quake.

7.7 quake hits north of Japan; brings slightly elevated risk of mega-quake

A large earthquake prompted a short-lived tsunami warning and a slightly higher-than-average risk of a mega-quake. The Cabinet Office, along with the Japan Meteorological Agency, said the risk of a mega-quake was increased from the typical .

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How powerful is a 'mega-quake' and could one ever happen in the UK?

'They can be very damaging as they produce strong shaking.'