Earthquake of magnitude 7.2 jolts Japan; tsunami alert issued

A beardown earthquake struck disconnected the bluish seashore of Japan connected Monday, prompting authorities to contented a tsunami alert for parts of Hokkaido and adjacent regions. The Japanese meteorological bureau (JMA) said the quake measured magnitude 7.6 and occurred with its epicentre located astir 50 km beneath oversea level disconnected the seashore adjacent Aomori city.The bureau warned that the tremor could make tsunami waves reaching up to 3 metres successful the affected area, advising residents to stay alert and travel information directions.Further details connected harm oregon injuries were not instantly available. Authorities proceed to show the concern arsenic coastal communities respond to the alert. (With inpurts from agency)