M 7.4 earthquake – 100 km ENE of Miyako, Japan

https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us6000sri7/

Article

  • USGS records M7.4 earthquake ~100km ENE of Miyako, Japan (revised to 7.7)
  • Japan Meteorological Agency issued tsunami warning up to 3m; initial waves ~40cm
  • Major seismic event along Sanriku coast, historically active zone
  • No major casualties reported in initial coverage

Discussion

  • Tokyo and Aomori residents shared firsthand accounts; NERV app praised for early warnings
  • Concern that Sanriku quakes could unlock the northern Japan Trench toward Hokkaido
  • Ruby Kaigi in Hakodate (nearby) prompted safety wishes from community
  • Memorable quip: someone read ‘M 7.4’ and first thought of an AI model version

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Added Apr 21, 2026
Modified Apr 21, 2026