1. The Indian Embassy in Japan sets up an emergency control room.
2. Swift response to powerful earthquakes and tsunamis.
3. Released contact details for assistance and relief.
Tokyo, Jan 01: The Indian Embassy in Japan has swiftly established an emergency control room following a powerful earthquake and tsunami that struck the island nation on January 1, 2024.
The Embassy released emergency contact details, including phone numbers and email IDs, to assist those affected and in need of relief.
Emergency Contact Details:
- +81-80-3930-1715 (Mr. Yakub Topno)
- +81-70-1492-0049 (Mr. Ajay Sethi)
A seismic event of 7.4 magnitudes on the Richter Scale hit north-central Japan, centered in Ishikawa and nearby prefectures, prompting tsunami warnings for the northwestern coastal regions of Ishikawa, Niigata, and Toyama prefectures.
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The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) issued alerts, urging residents to evacuate coastal areas immediately.
In response to the tsunami warnings, waves of up to 5 meters were reported along the coast of Noto in Ishikawa. Other affected areas, including Niigata and Toyama, experienced waves reaching up to 3 meters. The tremors from the earthquake were felt in Tokyo and the Kanto area.
While the earthquake triggered concerns, Hokuriku Electric Power initiated checks for any irregularities at its nuclear power plants. Fortunately, there have been no immediate reports of damage or casualties.
Japan, situated on the Pacific Ring of Fire, is prone to seismic activity due to frequent interactions of tectonic plates. The earthquake on March 11, 2011, with a magnitude of 9.0, resulted in a devastating tsunami and a nuclear emergency at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant.
The recent earthquake underscores the seismic risks in the region and emphasizes the importance of preparedness measures. The Indian Embassy’s establishment of an emergency control room aims to provide assistance and support to those affected by the natural disaster.
