Magnitude 7.1 Quake Jolts Japan; Tsunami Alert Issued
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake was measured at the city of Toyama, Japan, Sunday, according to the National Geological Survey, and a television network said no serious damage was reported.
A tsunami advisory was issued for coastal areas of Ishikawa. The Japan Meteorological Agency said waves of as much as 0.5 meter could be generated by the quake.
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe ordered government agencies to confirm damage or injuries resulting from the quake, Kyodo News Agency said.
Tokyo Electric Power co. and Kansai Electric Power Co.,...
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