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Magnitude 7.2 quake hits northern Japan

A powerful earthquake struck off the coast of Iwate Prefecture in northern Japan. The Japan Meteorological Agency upgraded the magnitude from 6.9 to 7.2. No tsunami warnings were issued, though officials reported injuries and transportation disruptions.

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The earthquake magnitude was upgraded from 6.9 to 7.2.

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  1. Magnitude 7.2 Earthquake Strikes Off Northern Japan Coast

    A powerful earthquake struck off the coast of Iwate Prefecture in northern Japan. The Japan Meteorological Agency upgraded the magnitude from 6.9 to 7.2. No tsunami warnings were issued, though officials reported injuries and transportation disruptions.

    What's confirmed:

    • The earthquake occurred off the coast of Iwate Prefecture.
    • The Japan Meteorological Agency upgraded the quake's magnitude from 6.9 to 7.2.
    • No tsunami warning was issued.
    • The quake registered a rare upper 6 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale in Hashikami, Aomori Prefecture.
    • A government panel urged vigilance following the event.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Dozens of regional train lines remain suspended.
    • Shops suffered damage due to the earthquake.
    • Prime Minister Takaichi set up a task force.
    confidence 90%