Japan has been rocked by yet another major earthquake as a 6.5-magnitude tremor struck Aomori and Hokkaido on Wednesday, marking the nation’s third strong quake in just three days. The latest jolt follows Monday’s powerful 7.

Japan ’s weather agency has issued its highest-level warning that a megaquake could follow Monday’s 7.5-magnitude tremor. Authorities urged anyone living near the Pacific coast to remain vigilant throughout the coming week and to prepare evacuation plans in case they need to flee their homes.

The Japanese government is on the alert because a larger follow-up earthquake may occur in the area. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Japan experienced a 7.5-magnitude earthquake off the eastern coast of Aomori Prefecture on Monday (Dec 8). The tremors, which injured at least 30 people, were strongly felt across northern Japan, including parts of Hokkaido, and prompted tsunami warnings for coastal areas.

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