Japan Earthquake: Over 200 Buildings Destroyed, 40,000 Houses Without Power (IN PICS)

A powerful earthquake of a magnitude of 7.5 rattled central Japan's Ishikawa Prefecture on the evening of New Year's Day, catching many people off guard.

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The death toll has advanced to 30 due to the series of powerful earthquakes. Authorities have launched a rescue operation for survivors.

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At least 155 earthquakes have struck Japan since Monday.

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The quakes impacted the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa prefecture at a shallow depth, following which the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) named the quake the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake.

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According to NHK World, officials sound alert that powerful aftershocks could occur in the coming week, particularly in the next two to three days.

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A massive fire broke out near the popular tourist destination Wajima morning market, engulfing around 200 buildings.

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The devastated area is a well-known traditional market that attracts tourists.

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According to PM Fumio Kishida, the government has dispatched several self-defence force troops to the affected districts and will continue assisting.

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The tsunami warning issued by the JMA in earthquake-affected areas has now been downgraded to a tsunami advisory. However, the agency has urged locals to be cautious and remain alert.

Reportedly, 45,700 households in Ishikawa prefecture are currently without power.

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