Earthquake In Japan – An earthquake in Japan shook its northeastern border prompting officials to issue a tsunami warning.
The earthquake in Japan caused officials worry of a possible tsunami after effect though the tsunami warning was lifted later.
The 7.3 magnitude earthquake resulted in no injuries though according to the National Police Agency.
Many aftershocks were experienced with one having a magnitude of 6.3 even as the main one has a 7.3magnitude earthquake.
Ofunatu and Kessenuma residents were evacuated after reports of a tsunami wave surfacced.
120 residents in another area left the area because of the threat of a possible tsunami according to the government.
Officials from the different electric companies reported no damage though to their facilities and that they are still running smoothly.
Tohoku Electric Power Co. and Tokyo Electric Power Co. reported that their power plant operations are still normal despite the recent earthquake.
Japan Nuclear Fuel Ltd. meanwhile, reports no damage at its Aomori nuclear fuel facility.
Keep posted for more updates on the latest earthquake in Japan.
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