A strong 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Japan’s Fukushima prefecture on Wednesday. The epicenter of Wednesday’s earthquake was about 89 kilometers from the center of the shocking 2011 quake. Four people were confirmed dead, and at least 160 others injured.
Footage showed the quake shook large parts of eastern Japan, including Tokyo, where buildings and street lights swayed violently, roof tiles and flooring broken, and ceilings caved in.
A bullet train which was traveling through Miyagi region derailed during the earthquake, with 78 people trapped on board for four hours. All eventually escaped uninjured through an emergency exit, according to public broadcast
In comparison with the 2011 quake, the 2011 was 63 times stronger which left over 22,000 people dead, meaning the effect was much stronger. Japan’s Meteorological Agency warned the public to stay alert for aftershocks and the possible risk of landslides or mudslides. It also urged people in affected areas to stay away from the coast and not get into the sea.
Geller, the seismologist, said that Japan is prone to earthquakes and this earthquake was a good reminder that the people should be ready all the time.
In conclusion the Prime Minister’s office said the government had established a countermeasure office that will work with local governments to carry out emergency measures including search and rescue of potential victims.