7.1-magnitude earthquake strikes Japan, tsunami warning issued

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Japan's Kumamoto region on Tuesday. Authorities issued tsunami and emergency warnings, with no immediate reports of casualties or major damage.A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 struck Japan's Kumamoto region on Tuesday, triggering a tsunami warning and emergency alerts across several locations on the southern island of Kyushu.According to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), the quake triggered a tsunami warning for waves of up to 1 metre. Residents in coastal areas were urged to remain alert and follow evacuation instructions where necessary.The Japanese government also issued emergency earthquake warnings for Kumamoto, Nagasaki, Kagoshima, Fukuoka, Saga, Oita and Miyazaki prefectures, all located on Kyushu, news agency Reuters reported.There were no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage. Authorities were assessing the impact of the earthquake while monitoring the tsunami threat. Japan, one of the world's most earthquake-prone countries, has one of the most advanced earthquake and tsunami warning systems.- EndsPublished By: Karishma Saurabh KalitaPublished On: Jul 28, 2026 13:22 IST