Japan issued a tsunami warning after a series of strong earthquakes struck off the east coast of Aomori Prefecture on Monday night, prompting authorities to urge residents in coastal areas to move to higher ground and remain there until further notice.

According to the advisory issued by the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), the magnitude 7.6 earthquake occurred at 23:15 (local time) today, with the epicentre located off the east coast of Aomori Prefecture, part of Japan’s main island of Honshu, at a depth of 50 km.

The agency further warned that tsunamis may occur, stressing that residents should not leave safe locations until officials formally lift the alert.

“As of 23:23 on the 8th, a tsunami warning is currently in effect. Tsunamis will strike repeatedly. Do not leave a safe locat

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