7.5 Magnitude Earthquake in Japan: Megaquake Warning Issued
7.5 Magnitude Earthquake in Japan Raises Megaquake Concerns
On 20 April 2026 at 4:53 PM, a powerful 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck near Japan’s Hokkaido region, off the Sanriku coast.
The earthquake triggered tsunami warnings of up to 3 meters in the regions of Iwate, Aomori, and Hokkaido.
The epicenter was located at a depth of around 10 km beneath the Pacific Ocean.
Following the quake, concerns have risen about a possible future "megaquake" and potential aftershocks in the region, increasing anxiety among authorities and residents.