Earthquake in Japan: Strong 6.6-Magnitude Quake Strikes Near Torishima, Tsunami Warning Issued for Izu Islands

Japan has issued a tsunami advisory for Izu islands after a strong earthquake of magnitude 6.6 near Torishima. Officials say a potential tsunami could reach one meter in height. The advisory asks people on Izu islands to stay away from coasts and river mouths. This comes after an earthquake that had a preliminary magnitude of 6.6 struck at 11 a.m. near Torishima island, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. Morocco Earthquake Update: Death Toll Rises to 1,037, More Than 1,200 Injured After Quake of Magnitude 7.2 in High Atlas Mountains.

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