The Indian Embassy in Japan has issued a significant advisory for Indian citizens residing in the country, urging them to prepare for potential natural disasters following recent seismic activity. This advisory comes in the wake of a powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake that struck Japan on Thursday, just a day after a 6.9-magnitude quake hit off the southern coast.
Experts have raised concerns about the possibility of a ‘megaquake,’ defined as an earthquake with a magnitude greater than 8, potentially hitting Japan in the coming days. The Indian Embassy has called on all Indian nationals to follow the guidance provided by Japanese authorities and to stay informed through the embassy’s website and social media channels.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the embassy emphasized the importance of adhering to the guidelines issued by the Government of Japan and monitoring updates closely. The advisory also noted that the Japan Meteorological Agency had released an emergency bulletin regarding the Nankai Trough earthquake, which signals the potential for a massive seismic event.
The Government of Japan has taken precautionary measures by holding a disaster response meeting and declaring a state of alert. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) has established a Disaster Management Headquarters and issued an advisory on August 8 to bolster preparedness for the anticipated megaquake. The advisory warns that if such an event occurs, Tokyo may experience seismic intensity up to level 6, and there could be a tsunami affecting island areas.
The advisory from the embassy underscores that there is no need for panic, as the purpose of the warnings is to enhance preparedness among residents. The Japanese government has reassured the public that they are taking all necessary steps to manage the situation and mitigate potential damage.
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