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A powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake off Japan’s coast triggered evacuations, minor tsunamis, and widespread disruptions, but caused no major damage or nuclear incidents.
A 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck 80 kilometers offshore Aomori Prefecture on December 8, 2025, prompting tsunami warnings for Hokkaido, Aomori, and Iwate.
Initial alerts warned of 3-meter waves, but actual tsunami heights reached 20 to 70 cm.
About 90,000 people evacuated, at least 30 were injured, and one fire occurred.
Rail services were disrupted, and thousands lost power, though electricity was restored by Tuesday morning.
The Japan Meteorological Agency downgraded and lifted all tsunami advisories by early Tuesday, issuing a one-week “megaquake” advisory due to the risk of stronger aftershocks.
No major damage or nuclear incidents were reported.
Un poderoso terremoto de magnitud 7,5 frente a la costa de Japón provocó evacuaciones, tsunamis menores y interrupciones generalizadas, pero no causó daños importantes o incidentes nucleares.