Japan issues tsunami warning for Pacific coast after 7.8-magnitude earthquake off Philippines

Japan's Meteorological Agency (JMA) announced that it has issued a tsunami warning for the Pacific coastal areas of western and eastern Japan, following a preliminary 7.8-magnitude earthquake in the southern Philippines.

The earthquake occurred on Monday, and experts are closely monitoring the risk of tsunami potentially affecting Japan's coastal regions. The JMA advised residents in coastal areas to remain vigilant and prepare preventive measures.

No detailed information on initial damage or further warnings from local authorities is available yet. Japanese authorities are coordinating with international geological survey organizations to assess the situation and provide timely updates.

News from Kyodo News also mentioned warnings related to Typhoon Jangmi in the region, but the current earthquake event is being prioritized due to the high tsunami risk.