October 5, 2023 10:51 AM

Japan experiences 6.6 magnitude earthquake in western Pacific Ocean

Japan experienced a 6.6 magnitude earthquake in the western Pacific Ocean today . The earthquake struck at 11 AM near Torishima in the Izu chain, at a depth of 10 kilometers. The meteorological agency of Japan has warned of possible aftershocks and urged the people to be on alert for the next week. The agency had issued a Tsunami advisory asking the people in coastal areas to retreat to higher ground. It predicted a wave-height of 1 meter, however, waves measuring up to only 30 cm were observed ...