Japan has experienced 155 earthquakes since January 1

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Japan has experienced 155 earthquakes since January 1

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January 02

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Officials in Japan have reported that the country has experienced 155 earthquakes since January 1, with the most powerful one measuring 7.6 magnitude in the Ishikawa prefecture. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), the majority of these earthquakes, with intensities above 3 degrees, have occurred in the country since the beginning of the year. Although

has gradually diminished, at least six strong tremors were recorded this morning. Noriko Kamatani, the leader of the Earthquake and Tsunami Monitoring Division at JMA, emphasized in areas prone to strong tremors. Kamatani urged residents to remain vigilant over the next week.

JMA officials noted that seismic activity has persisted in this region for over three years and may continue. Kamatani added that caution should be maintained for potential tsunamis if

occurs. Despite removing the tsunami warning due to the absence of large waves, JMA advised caution for residents working in coastal and offshore areas due to in the coming days. This announcement coincides with Japan's rescue forces struggling to access the most severely affected areas following the 7.6 magnitude earthquake in the Ishikawa prefecture on January 1. Ishikawa Prefectural Police reported at least eight casualties, with numerous injuries and collapsed houses in five provinces, including Ishikawa, Niigata, Fukui, Toyama, and Gifu.

On January 1, a powerful 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck the Noto region in the Ishikawa prefecture of Japan, triggering tsunami warnings for Japan and neighboring countries. Waves approximately one meter high surged along the western coast of Japan and the eastern part of South Korea.