After the powerful earthquake that occurred in the Philippines, a 40-centimeter-high tsunami reached the shores of Japan. TV channel reports this NHK.
At 04:27 local time (22:47 Moscow time), a wave 40 centimeters high reached the shores of Hachijojima Island, located in the south of the Izu Peninsula. This island is officially part of the Tokyo Metropolitan Area and its southernmost part.
Reports later emerged of lower height waves (10-20 centimeters) reaching the main Japanese islands. No damage or casualties have been reported at this time.
The danger of tsunami lies in the strength of the waves; Forecasters warn that even low tides are strong enough to wash away people and some buildings on shore.
Formerly Japan Meteorological Administration reportedA tsunami threat was declared after the 7.5 magnitude earthquake in the Philippines.
Previously meteorologist Shuvalov guessIt is stated that the frequency of natural disasters will increase in Russia.