First report 59m ago•Last update 59m ago
Japan Issues, Retracts Major Earthquake Alert
Japan's weather agency mistakenly issued and then retracted a magnitude 9.9 earthquake alert, causing disruption and apologies.
Background
Japan is highly prone to earthquakes and tsunamis, leading to a sophisticated early warning system. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) is responsible for issuing these alerts, which are critical for public safety and disaster preparedness in the seismically active nation.
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Japan Issues, Retracts Major Earthquake Alert
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A false magnitude 9.9 earthquake alert was issued and then withdrawn, leading to apologies for the disruption.
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