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The Sun
30-07-2025
- Climate
- The Sun
Japan tsunami alert forces evacuation of 356,000 amid earthquake
TOKYO: More than 356,000 people across Japan have been ordered to evacuate following a powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, raising concerns of a destructive tsunami. The Japanese broadcaster NHK reported the mass evacuations, citing the threat of waves reaching up to three meters (9.8 feet) in some regions. The earthquake, the strongest recorded in the area since 1952, prompted immediate emergency measures. Authorities in Russia's Sakhalin Region declared a state of emergency in the Severo-Kurilsky District due to the seismic activity and subsequent tsunami risk. Evacuation orders were issued in at least six Japanese prefectures as a precaution. Initially, a tsunami advisory was activated, later upgraded to a warning covering nearly the entire eastern Pacific coast of Japan. Early reports confirmed waves between 30 to 50 centimeters (12-20 inches) in some areas. Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi assured the public that no abnormalities were detected at nuclear power plants following the quake. However, disruptions were reported across transportation networks, with 41 rail routes suspended and Sendai Airport's runway temporarily closed. A crisis headquarters has been set up under the prime minister's office to coordinate disaster response efforts. Officials continue to monitor the situation closely as further updates are expected. - Bernama-Sputnik/RIA Novosti
Mint
30-07-2025
- Climate
- Mint
Aerial footage shows Tsunami waves swamping Russia's Severo-Kurilsk post 8.8 Earthquake
Dramatic drone footage has captured the moment tsunami waves inundated Severo-Kurilsk, a key settlement in Russia's Kuril Islands, following a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake that struck off the Kamchatka Peninsula early Wednesday. According to regional Governor Valery Limarenko, residents in the affected area were safely evacuated to higher ground, with emergency services monitoring the situation for potential repeat waves. While buildings sustained damage and vehicles swayed during the tremors in nearby Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, power outages and mobile network disruptions were also reported. Citing the regional Health Ministry, Russian news agencies said several people sought medical attention, but no serious injuries have been reported so far. A video aired by Russian state media showed flooding and significant coastal damage as tsunami waves struck Severo-Kurilsk. The footage, now widely shared online, highlights the force of the waves as they pushed inland shortly after the quake. Wednesday's quake is among the strongest recorded globally in recent years, comparable to the 2011 Japan earthquake that triggered a devastating tsunami and nuclear disaster. Only a few quakes stronger than this have ever been documented worldwide. The tsunami warnings also triggered transport disruptions in Japan. According to ferry and railway operators, services connecting Hokkaido and Aomori as well as routes between Tokyo and nearby islands were either suspended or delayed. Sendai Airport temporarily shut its runway as a precaution. The Japan Meteorological Agency reported a 50 cm (1.6 feet) tsunami at Ishinomaki port in northern Japan — the highest wave observed in the region following the quake. Meanwhile, Indian nationals residing on the US West Coast, including California and Hawaii, have been urged by the Consulate General of India in San Francisco to remain on high alert following the powerful earthquake in Russia.
Tokyo Reported
13-06-2025
- Tokyo Reported
Malaysian man, fiancée accused of smuggling meth in baby wipes at Sendai Airport
Malaysian man, fiancée accused of smuggling meth in baby wipes at Sendai Airport MIYAGI (TR) – Authorities here have arrested two Malaysian nationals who entered the country through Sendai Airport over the alleged smuggling of nearly 10 kilograms of methamphetamine, reports NHK (June 12). On May 13, a 52-year-old male businessman and his fiancée, 46, allegedly smuggled 9.2 kilograms of kakuseizai (methamphetamine) into Japan from Malaysia by soaking the illegal drugs in 25 packets of wet baby wipes. The wipes soaked in kakuseizai, which were placed into backpacks and suitcases brought aboard an airplane, have a street value was about 530 million yen, authorities said. Police did not reveal whether the pair admit to violating the Stimulants Control Act. They were indicted on June 4. Eight days later, they were accused of violating the Customs Act regarding attempted smuggling. The two entered the country by arriving at Sendai Airport from Malaysia via Taiwan. This is the first time that a stimulant drug smuggling operation has been detected at Sendai Airport. The amount is the history of in Miyagi Prefecture. When customs officials found the wipes in their luggage, one of the defendants said, 'They are used for Muslim prayers.' After becoming suspicious, officials discovered the drugs with the aid of a detector. Police plan to continue their investigation, including whether crime was carried out for profit.
Tokyo Reported
13-06-2025
- Tokyo Reported
Malaysian man, fiancé accused of smuggling meth in baby wipes at Sendai Airport
MIYAGI (TR) – Authorities here have arrested two Malaysian nationals who entered the country through Sendai Airport over the alleged smuggling of nearly 10 kilograms of methamphetamine, reports NHK (June 12). On May 13, a 52-year-old male businessman and his fiancé, 46, allegedly smuggled 9.2 kilograms of kakuseizai (methamphetamine) into Japan from Malaysia by soaking the illegal drugs in 25 packets of wet baby wipes. The wipes soaked in kakuseizai, which were placed into backpacks and suitcases brought aboard an airplane, have a street value was about 530 million yen, authorities said. Police did not reveal whether the pair admit to violating the Stimulants Control Act. They were indicted on June 4. Eight days later, they were accused of violating the Customs Act regarding attempted smuggling. Malaysian man, fiancé accused of smuggling meth in baby wipes at Sendai Airport (X) The two entered the country by arriving at Sendai Airport from Malaysia via Taiwan. This is the first time that a stimulant drug smuggling operation has been detected at Sendai Airport. The amount is the history of in Miyagi Prefecture. When customs officials found the wipes in their luggage, one of the defendants said, 'They are used for Muslim prayers.' After becoming suspicious, officials discovered the drugs with the aid of a detector. Police plan to continue their investigation, including whether crime was carried out for profit.
Yomiuri Shimbun
13-06-2025
- Yomiuri Shimbun
2 Malaysians Arrested for Allegedly Smuggling Stimulants Soaked in Wet Wipes; ¥530 Million Worth of Drugs Seized
The Yomiuri Shimbun Stimulants smuggled using wet tissues are seen at Sendai Airport Branch Customs. SENDAI — Two Malaysian nationals have been arrested on suspicion of attempting to smuggle stimulants into Japan by soaking them in wet tissues, Miyagi prefectural police said on Thursday. The two suspects, aged 52 and 46, are believed to have imported stimulants soaked in wet tissues onto an airplane from Malaysia on May 13, according to the police and other sources. They hid a total of 25 packs of wet tissues in their backpacks and such, one of which contained about 366 grams of stimulants (worth ¥21 million). The total amount they tried to smuggle is estimated to be about 9.2 kilograms (worth ¥530 million). The two arrived at Sendai Airport from Malaysia via Taiwan and the customs branch found the stimulants on them. Following a complaint from customs, the prefectural police arrested the two on May 15.
