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CBC
3 hours ago
- Climate
- CBC
See waves reaching Hokkaido, Japan, after Russian earthquake
Large waves were seen Wednesday as they reached the coastline of Hokkaido in Japan following a powerful 8.8-magnitude quake in Russia.
The Independent
4 hours ago
- Climate
- The Independent
Is it safe to travel to Japan? Latest advice after tsunami warning following earthquake in Russia
Tsunami waves of up to 1.3m have hit areas of Japan's Pacific coast following a powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake in eastern Russia. Almost one million residents were told to evacuate coastal areas ahead of the tsunami's arrival. Tsunami alerts have been downgraded in some municipalities, although a warning remains in place for a long stretch of Japan 's coastline. Hawaii, the west coast of the US, and several other Pacific islands have also been placed under tsunami warnings or advisories following the quake, while damage and evacuations have been reported in the Russian regions nearest the epicentre. Over in Hawaii, waves reaching 5.6ft have been recorded, while California has witnessed a 3.6ft wave breaking on its shoreline. Here's what to know if you are travelling in or out of Japan as the tsunami hits the shoreline. Where is the tsunami reaching? A tsunami hit coastal areas of Russia's Kuril Islands and Japan 's large northern island, Hokkaido, after the earthquake struck early on Wednesday morning (local time). Warnings are still in place on the Pacific coast of Hokkaido down to the Fukushima prefecture, while the rest of the Japanese coastline is subject to lower alerts, such as a tsunami advisory or a risk of slight sea level changes. Authorities in Japan issued an evacuation advisory to more than two million people across 229 municipalities on Wednesday afternoon local time, NHK reported. The Japan Meteorological Agency said a first tsunami wave of about 30cm reached Nemuro on the eastern coast of Hokkaido. A 1.3m tsunami was recorded at Kuji Port in Iwate prefecture, while an 80cm wave was observed at Nemuro, Hokkaido. High waves have also been reported in other areas along the coast. The earthquake is one of the strongest ever recorded, leaving several people injured in Russia, according to authorities, and at least one person injured in Japan. What is the UK government advice? The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has asked British travellers in Japan to follow the guidance of local authorities amid tsunami alerts. 'Following the magnitude 8.8 earthquake off of the eastern coast of Russia, the Japanese Meteorological Agency has issued tsunami warnings of up to three meters along Japan's Pacific coast from Hokkaido to Wakayama,' the FCDO said. 'Please follow the advice of local authorities. For further information in English, please access the NHK website.' Are flights still running to and from Japan? Sendai International Airport, which sits on the Pacific coast, said in a recent update: 'Due to the issuance of a tsunami warning, all runways have been closed, and both domestic and international flights have been cancelled for the entire day. 'Passengers using aircraft are requested to check the latest flight information on the airline's website or other sources.' Some local train operations have also been suspended or delayed, while ferries connecting Hokkaido and Aomori on the northern tip of Japan's Honshu island were suspended, as well as those connecting Tokyo and nearby islands. Can I cancel my holiday? As the Foreign Office has not warned against non-essential travel to Japan, there will be no special circumstances in place to be able to cancel a trip for a full refund. The conditions for cancelling your trip will be dependent on your holiday provider, so it's best to contact them if you're looking to postpone. There is no obligation for companies to refund bookings if you want to cancel, and you will not be able to claim on your travel insurance due to safety concerns unless government advice changes. If you do have travel insurance, some policies include natural disaster cover for an event that prevents you from reaching your holiday destination. Check your insurance policies and speak to your insurer to see where you stand.
NHK
5 hours ago
- Business
- NHK
Tomari plant's No.3 reactor in northern Japan passes screening for restart
A reactor of the Tomari nuclear power plant in northern Japan has passed regulatory screening, which is a prerequisite for its restart. The Tomari plant is located in Hokkaido Prefecture and operated by Hokkaido Electric Power Company. Japan's Nuclear Regulation Authority in April compiled a draft screening report on the plant's No.3 reactor under the new regulations drawn up after the 2011 Fukushima Daiichi nuclear accident. It then sought public opinions. At an NRA meeting on Wednesday, officials reported they received 143 opinions. One of them says a survey on active faults in the seabed may have been insufficient. The NRA concluded that safety measures by Hokkaido Electric are all satisfactory, and it unanimously approved the screening report. The Tomari No.3 unit is the 18th reactor that has passed the screening. It took a record 12 years for the reactor to clear the review since the utility applied for it. That is partly because of a survey on active faults under the plant's site. Hokkaido Electric will proceed with safety measures that meet the new regulations, including construction of seawalls. The company says it wants to restart the reactor as early as possible in 2027.
Malay Mail
6 hours ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
Pacific Century Premium Developments Limited announces interim results for six months ended June 30, 2025
Consolidated revenue: HK$ 736 million (HK$ 545 million) Consolidated net loss attributable to equity holders of the Company: HK$ 249 million (HK$ 153 million) Basic loss per share: 12.23 HK cents ( 7.52 HK cents) No interim dividend (No interim dividend) (Figures for the corresponding period in 2024 are shown in brackets)HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire – 30 July 2025 - Pacific Century Premium Developments Limited ("PCPD", SEHK: 00432) announced its interim results for the six months ended June 30, consolidated revenue of PCPD and its subsidiaries (together, the "Group") amounted to HK$ 736 million, compared to HK$ 545 million for the corresponding period of Group's consolidated loss attributable to equity holders of the Company for the first six months of 2025 totalled HK$249 million, compared to a net loss of HK$153 million for the corresponding period last year. Basic loss per share for the six months ended June 30, 2025 was 12.23 Hong Kong cents, compared to a loss per share of 7.52 Hong Kong cents for the corresponding period of Board of Directors did not declare an interim dividend for the first half of the first half of 2025, the Group continued to build on its growth momentum and delivered a solid set of results. Our operations in Japan were particularly strong, supported in part by robust tourism growth and a relatively weak Japanese Yen. Park Hyatt Niseko, Hanazono, our hospitality business in Niseko, Hokkaido, reported a significant uplift in revenue. During the period, our ski operations remained a standout performer in the region. Earnings from our recreational facilities at the resort, ski lifts, equipment rentals, "Hanazono EDGE" (a restaurant and entertainment centre) and Niseko International Snowsports School continued to grow steadily year-on-year. We will remain focused on enhancing Niseko Hanazono Resort into a world-class, all-season luxury resort, and we are confident in its ability to deliver long-term Jakarta, our premium commercial building, PCP Jakarta, delivered a steady performance and remained a reliable revenue contributor to the Group. As of June 30, 2025, the office space committed occupancy was 85 %. The gross rental income amounted to HK$100 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025, as with the same period in for the development of the project at 3–6 Glenealy, Central, Hong Kong, the construction of its superstructure has been progressing well. The project is scheduled to be completed by early Benjamin Lam, PCPD's Deputy Chairman and Group Managing Director, said: "The year 2025 has been characterised by geopolitical uncertainties and a global economy continuing to adjust to changes. Despite some optimistic projections at the start of the year, the first half has been marked by slower-than-expected economic growth in some developed nations. Despite these headwinds, the global economy has shown encouraging resilience. Inflation in many advanced economies is moderating, and business investment is gradually picking up as confidence improves. With its diversified portfolio and strong business fundamentals, PCPD is well positioned to navigate the evolving landscape and gain its growth into the second half of the year, we aim to leverage our existing key resources, and maximise value for our stakeholders to achieve sustainable business growth."Hashtag: #PCPD The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About PCPD Pacific Century Premium Developments Limited ("PCPD" or the "Group", SEHK: 00432) is principally engaged in the development and management of premium-grade property and infrastructure projects as well as premium-grade property investments. PCCW Limited ("PCCW", SEHK: 00008) is the single largest shareholder of the Group.
Reuters
6 hours ago
- Business
- Reuters
Japan designates two Hokkaido sites for offshore wind auctions
TOKYO, July 30 (Reuters) - Japan's industry and land ministers on Wednesday designated Matsumae and Hiyama, areas off the northern island of Hokkaido, as promotion zones for upcoming offshore wind power auctions, aiming to bolster the country's renewable energy goals. The government will develop guidelines for the use of the zones and launch a public tender to choose operators for energy projects, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) said in a joint statement. However, no timeline for the next auction was provided. Japan aims to have 45 gigawatts of offshore wind capacity by 2040, which is essential to cutting the country's reliance on imported fossil fuels for power generation, reducing its carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and bolstering national security. But progress has stalled following three major rounds of auctions. Trading house Mitsubishi Corp (8058.T), opens new tab, the winner in the government's first major auction in 2021, cautioned in February that surging costs had forced it to review its plans. Japan is likely to sweeten terms for developers to build a massive offshore wind farm sector, industry insiders say, as it looks to put its energy ambitions back on track against a worldwide slump of projects hit by soaring costs and delays.
