On the night of December 8, a powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake shook the waters off Aomori prefecture, Japan. If you track seismic activity on your phone, you might have seen the alerts go off around late Monday—pretty intense, right? 😲
Local authorities reported at least 30 people injured—mostly minor to moderate injuries—and swiftly ordered mass evacuations. Over 100,000 residents across Aomori and neighboring prefectures packed up essentials and moved to higher ground. 🌄
While tsunami warnings were triggered immediately after the quake, they've been lifted as of early Tuesday. That said, the Japan Meteorological Agency is still urging everyone to stay alert. Strong aftershocks could roll in over the next few days, so keep your seismic apps open and your emergency kits handy. 📱⚠️
For young pros and students across South and Southeast Asia who stay glued to global news feeds, this quake is a reminder of the earth's power—and the importance of being prepared. Whether it's downloading a quake-alert app or having a go-bag ready, a little prep can go a long way. Stay safe, fam! 💪
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
