2024-01-02 23:50:00
Commenting on the accident, Fumio Higuchi, a former captain of All Nippon Airways and an aviation critic, said, ``The flames were coming out of the plane, so I thought it had either hit the plane or a car, but I can honestly say that this is normally not possible.'' I was surprised," he said.
2024-01-02 23:50:00
In response to this accident, the Civil Aviation Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism and the Japan Coast Guard held a press conference at the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism from 9:00 p.m. on the 2nd, and the Director-General of the Civil Aviation Bureau, Shigetsu Hiraoka, apologized for the accident and spoke about his interactions with air traffic control. The cause of the accident is currently being confirmed, and the National Transportation Safety Board and other agencies will investigate.
2024-01-02 23:49:00
Hokuriku Electric Power Co. announced that a water level gauge installed on the grounds of the Shiga Nuclear Power Plant in Shiga Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, which experienced a seismic intensity 7 tremor on the 1st, had observed a rise in water level of approximately 3 meters. . At the Shiga Nuclear Power Plant, part of the system that receives electricity from outside continues to be out of service due to the earthquake, and Hokuriku Electric Power is hoping to speed up restoration.
2024-01-02 23:39:00
Japan Airlines held a press conference at the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism on the night of the 2nd, and confirmed that the airliner had entered the runway normally and started landing operations as usual, and provided detailed information on the circumstances that led to the accident. The matter is said to be under investigation.
2024-01-02 23:19:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 9:30 p.m. on the 2nd, a total of 55 people have been confirmed to have died in the earthquake. There were 24 cases in Wajima City, 20 in Suzu City, 5 in Nanao City, 2 in Anamizu Town and Noto Town, and 1 each in Hakui City and Shiga Town.
2024-01-02 23:15:00
In response to this accident, the Civil Aviation Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism and the Japan Coast Guard held a press conference at the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism from 9:00 p.m. on the 2nd, and Shigetsu Hiraoka, Director-General of the Civil Aviation Bureau, apologized for the accident and said nothing about communication with air traffic control. Regarding the cause of the accident, he emphasized that the details are still being confirmed and that the National Transportation Safety Board and other agencies will investigate.
2024-01-02 23:13:00
According to the Ishikawa Prefecture Noto Airport Management Office, as of 9 p.m. on the 2nd, more than 24 hours after the disaster, 200 people, including airport passengers and nearby residents, were still at the terminal building of Noto Airport in Wajima City. This means more people are evacuating.
2024-01-02 23:12:00
Just before 6 p.m. on the 2nd, Japan Airlines Flight 516, heading from New Chitose Airport, collided with a Japan Coast Guard aircraft immediately after landing at Haneda Airport in Ota Ward, Tokyo. Five of the six people on board the Japan Coast Guard aircraft were confirmed dead in the accident, and at least 17 of the crew and passengers on Japan Airlines Flight 516 were confirmed injured. That is to say.
2024-01-02 23:04:00
At around 5:47 p.m. on the 2nd, Japan Airlines Flight 516, which was heading from New Chitose Airport at Haneda Airport in Ota Ward, Tokyo, collided with a Japan Coast Guard aircraft immediately after landing. Japan Airlines held a press conference at 10:45 pm on the 2nd.
2024-01-02 22:52:00
Professor Yuki Sakai of Kyoto University's Disaster Prevention Research Institute analyzed seismograph data from an earthquake that was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture with a seismic intensity of 7, and found that seismographs in Anamizu Town showed that the cycle of causing major damage to buildings was 1. It included many tremors lasting between 1 and 2 seconds, and was said to be comparable to the earthquake that caused the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake. Professor Sakai points out, ``When entering a home, etc., it is important to check whether the building is leaning even slightly.''
2024-01-02 22:48:00
Just before 6 p.m. on the 2nd, a Japan Airlines passenger plane collided with a Japan Coast Guard aircraft at Tokyo's Haneda Airport. As a result of this accident, flights arriving and departing from Haneda Airport have been canceled one after another. We would like to inform you about the future flight status.
2024-01-02 22:42:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, and the impact on lifelines including water outages and power outages continues on the 2nd in various areas. We will keep you updated on the latest situation in each region.
2024-01-02 22:18:00
Just before 6 p.m. on the 2nd, Japan Airlines Flight 516, heading from New Chitose Airport, collided with a Japan Coast Guard aircraft immediately after landing at Haneda Airport in Ota Ward, Tokyo. Five of the six people on board the Japan Coast Guard aircraft were confirmed dead in this accident, and at least 17 of the crew and passengers on Japan Airlines Flight 516 were confirmed injured. That is to say.
2024-01-02 22:12:00
The press conference between the Civil Aviation Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism and the Japan Coast Guard began at the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism after 9:15 p.m.
2024-01-02 22:10:00
In footage from a camera installed by NHK at Haneda Airport, you can see flames suddenly erupting from the plane just after it landed on the runway at around 5:47 p.m. After that, the plane was seen proceeding down the runway with flames rising.
2024-01-02 22:09:00
According to Japan Airlines, all flights departing from and arriving at Haneda Airport on the two days following the accident have been cancelled.
2024-01-02 22:05:00
This earthquake caused major damage, including fires and collapsed buildings, in a wide area, mainly on the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture. We have investigated in detail the damage points on the Noto Peninsula from the footage that NHK has covered and the footage that has been submitted by viewers, and compiled them into a map. (Information is up to 3pm on the 2nd)
2024-01-02 21:52:00
According to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, the runways at Haneda Airport, which had been closed since 6 p.m. after the accident, were lifted at 9:30 p.m., except for Runway C, where the accident occurred.
2024-01-02 21:41:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, and the impact on lifelines including water outages and power outages continues on the 2nd in various areas. We will keep you updated on the latest situation in each region.
2024-01-02 21:22:00
Kawaura Town, located on the coast of Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, is isolated due to broken roads.
2024-01-02 21:04:00
In footage from a camera installed by NHK at Haneda Airport, you can see flames suddenly erupting from the plane just after it landed on the runway around 5:47 p.m. After that, the plane was seen proceeding down the runway with flames rising.
2024-01-02 20:57:00
Takaya Town, located on the coast of Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, is partially isolated due to the roads in the area being cut off by this earthquake.
2024-01-02 20:56:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, and the impact on lifelines including water outages and power outages continues on the 2nd in various areas. We will keep you updated on the latest situation in each region.
2024-01-02 20:50:00
After an earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, efforts have begun to provide support to the affected areas. We have summarized the movements of financial institutions, medical/nursing care, donations, etc.
2024-01-02 20:49:00
According to Wajima City officials, 213 people had evacuated to Oya Community Center in Koise-cho, Wajima City as of 7pm on the 2nd.
2024-01-02 20:48:00
At around 5:47 p.m. on the 2nd, Japan Airlines Flight 516, which was heading from New Chitose Airport at Haneda Airport in Ota Ward, Tokyo, collided with a Japan Coast Guard aircraft immediately after landing. There were 379 people on board Japan Airlines Flight 516, including 367 passengers, including 8 children, and 12 crew members, but all of them reportedly escaped from the aircraft. According to the Tokyo Fire Department, at least 17 crew members and passengers were confirmed to be injured. Meanwhile, according to the Metropolitan Police Department, five of the six people on board the Japan Coast Guard's fixed-wing aircraft were confirmed dead. In addition, the captain was seriously injured.
2024-01-02 20:44:00
Due to the earthquake that registered a seismic intensity of 7 in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, train and air services have been disrupted for two days, with suspensions and flight cancellations. According to JR East, operation of the Hokuriku Shinkansen was suspended between Toyama Station and Nagano Station, but operations resumed on the entire line at 3:20 pm on the 2nd. All suspensions of Shinkansen operations have been cancelled. A summary of transportation information in each region updated from time to time.
2024-01-02 20:40:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 3:30 p.m. on the 2nd, a total of 48 people had been confirmed dead in the prefecture due to the earthquake. In addition, Disaster Prevention Minister Matsumura stated at a press conference, ``As of 4 p.m. on the 2nd, we have received reports of 48 deaths, 17 seriously injured, and 90 lightly injured.'' According to NHK's interviews with local governments and hospitals, as of 6 a.m. on the 2nd, multiple people were injured and buildings had collapsed in five prefectures: Ishikawa, Niigata, Fukui, Toyama, and Gifu. There is also information that residents who were unable to flee were left behind in their homes. We will update you on the damage in each area from time to time.
2024-01-02 20:39:00
JR East has decided to suspend service on the Echigo Line between Echigo-Akatsuka Station and Sekiya Station after the 3rd due to the foundation of the track having caved in due to the earthquake. Meanwhile, trains other than this section will operate from the first train on the 3rd.
2024-01-02 20:31:00
Seismic activity has been increasing in the Noto Peninsula since 2020, and it was pointed out that one of the causes was fluid flowing underground. Professor Takuya Nishimura of the Disaster Prevention Research Institute, Kyoto University, who has been conducting analysis, says that seismic activity caused by this fluid may have been the trigger for this major earthquake, and that there is a possibility that it will affect seismic activity over a wider range in the future. It is important to be careful not to affect the situation.
2024-01-02 20:25:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare informed them on the 2nd that drugs can be purchased at pharmacies in the disaster-affected areas of the prefecture without a doctor's prescription. The targets are 17 cities and towns within the prefecture, excluding Nonoichi City and Kawakita Town. As hospitals are busy treating the injured, the prefecture will respond to the need for medicines for chronic illnesses, and the prefecture will inform pharmacies through the pharmacist association.
2024-01-02 20:21:00
According to the Metropolitan Police Department, five of the six people on board the Japan Coast Guard fixed-wing aircraft were confirmed dead. In addition, the captain was seriously injured.
2024-01-02 20:17:00
At around 5:47 p.m. on the 2nd, Japan Airlines Flight 516, which was heading from New Chitose Airport at Haneda Airport in Ota Ward, Tokyo, collided with a Japan Coast Guard aircraft immediately after landing. There were 379 people on board Japan Airlines Flight 516, including 367 passengers, including 8 children, and 12 crew members, but all of them reportedly escaped from the aircraft. Meanwhile, the Japan Coast Guard has reportedly found five people who appear to be crew members, but their safety has not been confirmed.
2024-01-02 20:17:00
Regarding this accident, former Japan Airlines captain and aviation critic Hiroyuki Kobayashi said, ``Judging from the speed of the fire, it is possible that the fire caused by the impact of the aircraft's collision ignited the fuel tank inside the wing.'' The impact of the aircraft collision damaged the fuel tank, causing fuel to leak, and the engine was hot, so it is thought that the fire started there.Normally, when a fire occurs, flames rise. They evacuated using the door on one side that was not closed, but the fact that everyone had already evacuated from the aircraft means that the passengers and the captain acted calmly as they had been trained to do.As a former captain, I am very relieved.'' I was talking. He also said, ``There was a similar incident in the past where jumbo planes collided with each other in fog on an island in the North Atlantic Ocean, but I don't think there are many cases like this at Japanese airports.''
2024-01-02 20:16:00
According to Nobuaki Kawahara, who lives in Machino Town, Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, all roads leading into the town were severed due to the earthquake, leaving residents isolated.
2024-01-02 20:13:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 3:30 p.m. on the 2nd, a total of 48 people had been confirmed dead in the prefecture due to the earthquake. In addition, Disaster Prevention Minister Matsumura stated at a press conference, ``As of 4 p.m. on the 2nd, we have received reports of 48 deaths, 17 seriously injured, and 90 lightly injured.'' According to NHK's interviews with local governments and hospitals, as of 6 a.m. on the 2nd, multiple people were injured and buildings had collapsed in five prefectures: Ishikawa, Niigata, Fukui, Toyama, and Gifu. There is also information that residents who were unable to flee were left behind in their homes. We will update you on the damage in each area from time to time.
2024-01-02 20:12:00
In footage from a camera installed by NHK at Haneda Airport, you can see flames suddenly erupting from the plane just after it landed on the runway around 5:47 p.m. After that, the plane was seen proceeding down the runway with flames rising.
2024-01-02 20:02:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, and the impact on lifelines including water outages and power outages continues on the 2nd in various areas. We will keep you updated on the latest situation in each region.
2024-01-02 19:54:00
Due to the earthquake that registered a seismic intensity of 7 in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, train and air services have been disrupted for two days, with suspensions and flight cancellations. According to JR East, operation of the Hokuriku Shinkansen was suspended between Toyama Station and Nagano Station, but operations resumed on the entire line at 3:20 pm on the 2nd. All suspensions of Shinkansen operations have been cancelled. A summary of transportation information in each region updated from time to time.
2024-01-02 19:35:00
In Kawai-cho, located in the center of Wajima City, where a seismic intensity of 6+ was observed, a fire broke out on the evening of the 1st near Asaichi-dori, a well-known tourist spot. According to the fire department, about 200 buildings have been destroyed so far. It means that it is seen as.
2024-01-02 19:32:00
In and around the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture, earthquakes have continued to occur one after another since the large earthquake that occurred on the evening of the 1st, and just after 5 p.m., an earthquake with an intensity of 5 or above occurred in Shiga Town, Ishikawa Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency warns, ``Please be careful about earthquakes with a maximum seismic intensity of 7 for the next few days, especially for the next few days.'' There is a possibility that the tide level will continue to change slightly for the next day or so along the coast from Hokkaido to Kyushu, so please be careful when working in the sea.
2024-01-02 19:29:00
A meeting of the Ishikawa Prefecture Disaster Countermeasures Headquarters was held, and Mayor Izumiya of Suzu City, who attended online, reported on the situation: ``4,000 to 5,000 households are unable to live in their homes.''
2024-01-02 19:27:00
Regarding the recent earthquake and tsunami, false information is being spread on the old Twitter account X, but as confirmed by NHK's reporting team, there is no basis for inciting anxiety by claiming that the cause of the earthquake was an "artificial earthquake." There is widespread misinformation about the situation at nuclear power plants and evacuation centers. If it spreads easily, there is a risk of confusion during rescue operations and evacuations in the disaster area, so a calm response is necessary.
2024-01-02 19:24:00
After an earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, efforts have begun to provide support to the affected areas. We have summarized the movements of financial institutions, medical/nursing care, donations, etc.
2024-01-02 19:16:00
According to Hokuriku Electric Power Company, the Shiga Nuclear Power Plant in Shiga Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, which experienced a seismic intensity of 7 on the 1st, continues to be partially unable to use the system that receives electricity from outside. Hokuriku Electric Power is considering how to proceed with restoration, as power is secured for equipment important for safety by receiving electricity from other systems.
2024-01-02 19:14:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 3:30 p.m. on the 2nd, a total of 48 people had been confirmed dead in the prefecture due to the earthquake. In addition, Disaster Prevention Minister Matsumura stated at a press conference, ``As of 4 p.m. on the 2nd, we have received reports of 48 deaths, 17 seriously injured, and 90 lightly injured.'' According to NHK's interviews with local governments and hospitals, as of 6 a.m. on the 2nd, multiple people were injured and buildings had collapsed in five prefectures: Ishikawa, Niigata, Fukui, Toyama, and Gifu. There is also information that residents who were unable to flee were left behind in their homes. We will update you on the damage in each area from time to time.
2024-01-02 19:11:00
At around 5:47 p.m. on the 2nd, Japan Airlines Flight 516, headed from New Chitose Airport, burst into flames at Haneda Airport in Tokyo's Ota Ward, just after landing. There is a possibility that the Japan Airlines aircraft and the Japan Coast Guard aircraft collided.
2024-01-02 19:08:00
In Hokuriku and Niigata prefectures, which were affected by this earthquake, rain is expected to fall from late on the night of the 2nd until the 4th. The Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be careful as the ground has loosened in some areas due to the earthquake, so even a small amount of rain could increase the risk of landslides.
2024-01-02 19:05:00
In Akiba Ward, Niigata City, where oil was once mined, muddy water mixed with crude oil is gushing out from residential sites, and the ward has taken measures to install absorbent sheets to prevent the oil from flowing into the surrounding area.
2024-01-02 19:04:00
In Tagami Shinmachi, Kanazawa City, the slope of a residential area collapsed and four houses were completely destroyed. The city issued an evacuation order for 89 people from 32 households in part of Tagami Shinmachi starting at 3 p.m. on the 2nd, citing the risk of further landslides. The city has opened Tagami Community Center as an evacuation center and is calling on residents to evacuate.
2024-01-02 18:54:00
This video was taken by Naofumi Arima (36), who had been in Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture since the 28th of last month to shoot a movie, at Takojima-cho in the city around 9 a.m. on the 2nd. You can see that the house has collapsed, blocking the road, and there are cracks in the nearby road.
2024-01-02 18:53:00
As of noon on the 2nd, approximately 30,000 people have been evacuated in Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures due to the earthquake that was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture with a seismic intensity of 7. We summarize the evacuation situation in each region.
2024-01-02 18:49:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, and the impact on lifelines including water outages and power outages continues on the 2nd in various areas. We will keep you updated on the latest situation in each region.
2024-01-02 18:14:00
Footage from a camera installed by NHK at Haneda Airport shows flames coming out of the windows of a Japan Airlines plane just after 6 p.m. on the 2nd. There was also black smoke coming out, and the video shows that firefighting efforts are being carried out. Multiple fire trucks are seen at the scene, spraying water with hoses.
2024-01-02 18:03:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 occurred in the Noto region on the 1st. According to Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 3:30 p.m. on the 2nd, a total of 48 people had been confirmed dead in the prefecture due to the earthquake. According to NHK's interviews with local governments and hospitals, as of 6 a.m. on the 2nd, multiple people were injured and buildings had collapsed in five prefectures: Ishikawa, Niigata, Fukui, Toyama, and Gifu. There is also information that residents who were unable to flee were left behind in their homes. We will update you on the damage in each area from time to time.
2024-01-02 18:00:00
At around 5:13 pm on the 2nd, there was an earthquake in Ishikawa Prefecture with a seismic intensity of 5+. There is no need to worry about a tsunami from this earthquake.
2024-01-02 17:46:00
As of noon on the 2nd, more than 32,000 people have been evacuated in Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures due to the earthquake that was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture with a seismic intensity of 7. We summarize the evacuation situation in each region.
2024-01-02 17:33:00
In response to the major earthquake in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture, which observed shaking with a seismic intensity of 7, the Society of Evacuation Shelters and Evacuation Life, which is made up of doctors and disaster experts, warned evacuees to avoid health risks such as hypothermia. We have issued an urgent call for people to take measures such as avoiding the cold and sleeping in their cars due to the danger.
2024-01-02 17:18:00
There was an earthquake at around 5:13 pm on the 2nd. The areas where seismic intensity of 4 or higher is currently observed are as follows. ▼A seismic intensity of 5 or above occurred in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture. Please pay attention to future information.
2024-01-02 17:15:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 3:30 p.m. on the 2nd, a total of 48 people had been confirmed dead in the prefecture due to the earthquake. 20 people in Suzu City, 19 people including teenagers in Wajima City, 5 people in Nanao City, including a woman in her 20s and a man and woman in their 50s, 2 people in Anamizu Town, 1 man in his 70s in Hakui City, and Shiga City. The only person in town is a man in his 90s. Additionally, efforts are underway to confirm the safety of missing people in various locations. Meanwhile, a total of 16 people were seriously injured in the prefecture. Seven people were seriously injured in Wajima City, five in Anamizu Town, and two each in Shiga Town and Noto Town.
2024-01-02 17:14:00
According to Hokuriku Electric Power Company, the Shiga Nuclear Power Plant in Shiga Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, which experienced a seismic intensity of 7 on the 1st, continues to be partially unable to use the system that receives electricity from outside. Hokuriku Electric Power is considering how to proceed with restoration, as power is secured for equipment important for safety by receiving electricity from other systems.
2024-01-02 17:12:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 occurred in the Noto region on the 1st. According to Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 3:30 p.m. on the 2nd, a total of 48 people had been confirmed dead in the prefecture due to the earthquake. According to NHK's interviews with local governments and hospitals, as of 6 a.m. on the 2nd, multiple people were injured and buildings had collapsed in five prefectures: Ishikawa, Niigata, Fukui, Toyama, and Gifu. There is also information that residents who were unable to flee were left behind in their homes. We will update you on the damage in each area from time to time.
2024-01-02 16:46:00
Chief Cabinet Secretary Hayashi held a press conference after 3:30 pm on the 2nd regarding the Ishikawa-Noto earthquake with a magnitude 7 seismic intensity. This is a summary of the statements made at the press conference.
2024-01-02 16:45:00
Due to the earthquake that registered a seismic intensity of 7 in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, train and air services have been disrupted for two days, with suspensions and flight cancellations. According to JR East, operation of the Hokuriku Shinkansen was suspended between Toyama Station and Nagano Station, but operations resumed on the entire line at 3:20 pm on the 2nd. All suspensions of Shinkansen operations have been cancelled. A summary of transportation information in each region updated from time to time.
2024-01-02 16:35:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, and the impact on lifelines including water outages and power outages continues on the 2nd in various areas. We will keep you updated on the latest situation in each region.
2024-01-02 16:31:00
Regarding the large earthquake that occurred in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the evening of the 1st, the Geospatial Information Authority of Japan analyzed satellite data and found that the crustal deformation in the western part of Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, reached a maximum of approximately 3 meters. I did. The earthquake was extremely large for an earthquake that occurred in Japan, so we will further analyze the data.
2024-01-02 16:25:00
Earthquakes with epicenters in and around the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture have continued to occur one after another since the large earthquake that occurred on the evening of the 1st, and the Japan Meteorological Agency said, ``For the next week or so, especially for the next few days, there will be tremors with a maximum seismic intensity of 7.'' We urge people to be careful about earthquakes." Also, although all tsunami warnings have been lifted, there is a possibility that the tide level may continue to change slightly over the next day or so, so please be careful when working in the sea.
2024-01-02 16:19:00
In Kawai-cho, located in the center of Wajima City, where a seismic intensity of 6+ was observed, a fire broke out on the evening of the 1st near Asaichi-dori, a well-known tourist spot. According to the fire department, about 200 buildings have been destroyed so far. It means that it is seen as.
2024-01-02 16:17:00
Chief Cabinet Secretary Hayashi held a press conference after 3:30 pm on the 2nd regarding the Ishikawa-Noto earthquake with a magnitude 7 seismic intensity. This is a summary of the statements made at the press conference.
2024-01-02 16:15:00
As of noon on the 2nd, more than 32,000 people have been evacuated in Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures due to the earthquake that was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture with a seismic intensity of 7. We summarize the evacuation situation in each region.
2024-01-02 16:02:00
According to Hokuriku Electric Power Company, the Shiga Nuclear Power Plant in Shiga Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, which experienced a seismic intensity of 7 on the 1st, continues to be partially unable to use the system that receives electricity from outside. Hokuriku Electric Power is considering how to proceed with restoration, as power is secured for equipment important for safety by receiving electricity from other systems.
2024-01-02 16:01:00
In response to this earthquake, Prime Minister Kishida continued to expedite life-saving and rescue operations, noting that extremely large-scale damage had been reported, and also dispatched executives from related ministries and agencies to the site to help transport supplies and other activities. The plan was to provide support in a push-based manner.
2024-01-02 16:00:00
Due to the earthquake that was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, tremors with a magnitude of 7 on the seismic intensity scale were observed, and limited express trains and air services have been disrupted for the 2nd day, with suspensions and flight cancellations. According to JR East, operation of the Hokuriku Shinkansen was suspended between Toyama Station and Nagano Station, but operations resumed on the entire line at 3:20 pm on the 2nd. All suspensions of Shinkansen operations have been cancelled. A summary of transportation information in each region updated from time to time.
2024-01-02 15:56:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, and the impact on lifelines including water outages and power outages continues on the 2nd in various areas. We will keep you updated on the latest situation in each region.
2024-01-02 15:53:00
According to Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 3 p.m. on the 2nd, 19 people had been confirmed dead in the city due to the earthquake.
2024-01-02 15:47:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 occurred in the Noto region on the 1st. According to Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 1 p.m. on the 2nd, a total of 30 people in the prefecture had been confirmed dead due to the earthquake. According to NHK's interviews with local governments and hospitals, as of 6 a.m. on the 2nd, multiple people were injured and buildings had collapsed in five prefectures: Ishikawa, Niigata, Fukui, Toyama, and Gifu. There is also information that residents who were unable to flee were left behind in their homes. We will update you on the damage in each area from time to time.
2024-01-02 15:38:00
According to JR East, operation of the Hokuriku Shinkansen was suspended between Toyama Station and Nagano Station due to the earthquake on the 1st, but operations resumed on the entire line at 3:20 pm on the 2nd. The Joetsu Shinkansen resumed operation on all lines at 2:38 p.m. on the 2nd, and all suspensions of Shinkansen operations due to the earthquake on the 1st have been resolved.
2024-01-02 15:29:00
This is a video taken on the 2nd by a female resident of the Shiromaru area in Noto Town, Ishikawa Prefecture. It can be seen that many houses have been largely destroyed or charred black by the fire. Furthermore, flooding damage to homes due to the tsunami has also been confirmed in the area.
2024-01-02 15:11:00
This is a video of Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, taken from an NHK helicopter around 1pm on the 2nd. In what appears to be the parking lot of a Kanazawa University facility in Misaki-cho, Suzu City, pipe chairs and other objects can be seen lined up to form the letters "SOS."
2024-01-02 15:05:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 occurred in the Noto region on the 1st. According to Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 1 p.m. on the 2nd, a total of 30 people in the prefecture had been confirmed dead due to the earthquake. According to NHK's interviews with local governments and hospitals, as of 6 a.m. on the 2nd, multiple people were injured and buildings had collapsed in five prefectures: Ishikawa, Niigata, Fukui, Toyama, and Gifu. There is also information that residents who were unable to flee were left behind in their homes. We will update you on the damage in each area from time to time.
2024-01-02 14:53:00
Due to the earthquake that registered a magnitude 7 earthquake in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, the Hokuriku Shinkansen, limited express trains, and air services have been disrupted for the 2nd day, with suspensions and flight cancellations. According to JR East, the Joetsu Shinkansen resumed operation on all lines at 2:38 pm on the 2nd. A summary of transportation information in each region updated from time to time.
2024-01-02 14:51:00
According to JR East, the Joetsu Shinkansen had been suspended on the inbound line between Niigata Station and Echigo-Yuzawa Station, but operations resumed at 2:38 p.m. on the 2nd. The Joetsu Shinkansen has now resumed operation on all lines.
2024-01-02 14:40:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, and the impact on lifelines including water outages and power outages continues on the 2nd in various areas. We will keep you updated on the latest situation in each region.
2024-01-02 14:40:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 1 p.m. on the 2nd, a total of 30 people in the prefecture had been confirmed dead due to the earthquake. ▼15 people in Wajima City, ▼6 people in Suzu City, ▼5 people in Nanao City, ▼2 people in Anamizu Town, ▼1 person each in Hakui City and Shika Town. In addition, a total of 14 people were seriously injured. ▽7 people in Wajima City, ▽2 people each in Kanazawa City, Shika Town, and Noto Town, ▽1 person in Anamizu Town.
2024-01-02 14:15:00
In response to the earthquake that epicentered in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture, the Japan Rugby Union announced that it would donate a portion of ticket sales for the semifinals of the National University Championship on the 2nd and the final on the 13th as relief funds.
2024-01-02 14:12:00
Due to the earthquake that registered a magnitude 7 earthquake in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, the Hokuriku Shinkansen, limited express trains, and air services have been disrupted for the 2nd day, with suspensions and flight cancellations. According to JR East, the Joetsu Shinkansen outbound line resumed operation at 1:47 p.m. The upstream line is expected to resume operation at 2:30 p.m. A summary of transportation information in each region updated from time to time.
2024-01-02 14:01:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 occurred in the Noto region on the 1st. According to Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 1 p.m. on the 2nd, a total of 30 people in the prefecture had been confirmed dead due to the earthquake. According to NHK's interviews with local governments and hospitals, as of 6 a.m. on the 2nd, multiple people were injured and buildings had collapsed in five prefectures: Ishikawa, Niigata, Fukui, Toyama, and Gifu. There is also information that residents who were unable to flee were left behind in their homes. We will update you on the damage in each area from time to time.
2024-01-02 13:56:00
In Ishikawa Prefecture, which was affected by this earthquake, rain is expected to fall from late on the night of the 2nd until the 4th. As the ground has loosened in some places due to the shaking of the earthquake, even a small amount of rain could increase the risk of landslides, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be careful.
2024-01-02 13:47:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 1 p.m. on the 2nd, a total of 30 people in the prefecture had been confirmed dead due to the earthquake. ▼15 people in Wajima City, ▼6 people in Suzu City, ▼5 people in Nanao City, ▼2 people in Anamizu Town, ▼1 person each in Hakui City and Shika Town.
2024-01-02 13:33:00
In response to this earthquake, Prime Minister Kishida continued to expedite life-saving and rescue operations, noting that extremely large-scale damage had been reported, and also dispatched executives from related ministries and agencies to the site to help transport supplies and other activities. The plan was to provide support in a push-based manner.
2024-01-02 13:19:00
This is a video of Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, taken from an NHK helicopter around 1pm on the 2nd. In what appears to be the parking lot of a Kanazawa University facility in Misaki-cho, Suzu City, pipe chairs and other objects can be seen lined up to form the letters "SOS."
2024-01-02 13:10:00
According to Hokuriku Electric Power Company, the Shiga Nuclear Power Plant in Shiga Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, which experienced a seismic intensity of 7 on the 1st, continues to be partially unable to use the system that receives electricity from outside. Hokuriku Electric Power is considering how to proceed with restoration, as power is secured for equipment important for safety by receiving electricity from other systems.
2024-01-02 13:06:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, and the impact on lifelines including water outages and power outages continues on the 2nd in various areas. We will keep you updated on the latest situation in each region.
2024-01-02 13:04:00
As of noon on the 2nd, more than 32,000 people have been evacuated in Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures due to the earthquake that was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture with a seismic intensity of 7. We summarize the evacuation situation in each region.
2024-01-02 13:03:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 occurred in the Noto region on the 1st. According to Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 11 a.m. on the 2nd, 15 people had been confirmed dead in the city due to the earthquake. According to Suzu City, as of noon on the 2nd, three people in the city had been confirmed dead due to the earthquake. According to NHK's interviews with local governments and hospitals, as of 6 a.m. on the 2nd, multiple people were injured and buildings had collapsed in five prefectures: Ishikawa, Niigata, Fukui, Toyama, and Gifu. There is also information that residents who were unable to flee were left behind in their homes. We will update you on the damage in each area from time to time.
2024-01-02 12:53:00
According to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, approximately 500 people at Noto Airport in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, including passengers and nearby residents, have evacuated to the airport's parking lot, but the nearby roads have been cut off and the airport is isolated. That's it.
2024-01-02 12:51:00
Due to the earthquake that registered a magnitude 7 earthquake in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, the Hokuriku Shinkansen, limited express trains, and air services have been disrupted for the 2nd day, with suspensions and flight cancellations. According to JR West Japan, the Hokuriku Shinkansen resumed operations on the up and down lines between Kanazawa and Toyama stations at 10:34 a.m. Service continues to be suspended between Toyama Station and Nagano Station. A summary of transportation information in each region updated from time to time.
2024-01-02 12:49:00
In Kawai-cho, located in the center of Wajima City, where a seismic intensity of 6+ was observed, a fire broke out on the evening of the 1st near Asaichi-dori, a well-known tourist attraction. According to the fire department, it is estimated that approximately 200 buildings have been destroyed so far. It means that it will be done.
2024-01-02 12:38:00
Regarding this earthquake, the Japan Meteorological Agency held a press conference from around 10:30 a.m. on the 2nd.
2024-01-02 12:35:00
According to Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, as of noon on the 2nd, three people were confirmed dead in the city due to the earthquake.
2024-01-02 12:18:00
According to Wajima City, as of 11 a.m. on the 2nd, 15 people had been confirmed dead in the city due to the earthquake. Additionally, the city says there are at least seven people with serious injuries, many with minor injuries, and the number of missing people is "unknown." In addition, many houses in the city have been damaged, including collapse, and the city is currently investigating.
2024-01-02 12:14:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 occurred in the Noto region on the 1st. According to Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 11 a.m. on the 2nd, 15 people had been confirmed dead in the city due to the earthquake. According to NHK's interviews with local governments and hospitals, as of 6 a.m. on the 2nd, multiple people were injured and buildings had collapsed in five prefectures: Ishikawa, Niigata, Fukui, Toyama, and Gifu. There is also information that residents who were unable to flee were left behind in their homes. We will update you on the damage in each area from time to time.
2024-01-02 12:12:00
Regarding the large earthquake that occurred in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the evening of the 1st, the Geospatial Information Authority of Japan conducted a detailed investigation of GPS observation data and found that an observation point on the Noto Peninsula near the epicenter moved westward by approximately 1 meter and 30 cm. I found out that
2024-01-02 12:12:00
In response to this earthquake, Prime Minister Kishida continued to expedite life-saving and rescue operations, noting that extremely large-scale damage had been reported, and also dispatched executives from related ministries and agencies to the site to help transport supplies and other activities. The plan was to provide support in a push-based manner.
2024-01-02 11:52:00
According to the fire department, 25 collapsed houses were confirmed in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, and in 14 of these cases, people may have been trapped inside, and the fire department is working to rescue them. Additionally, 53 collapsed houses were confirmed in Suzu City. Meanwhile, according to the fire department, the fire that broke out on the 1st in Kawai-cho, located in the center of Wajima City, is no longer likely to spread, but efforts to extinguish the fire are still ongoing. So far, it is believed that around 200 buildings, including shops and homes, located in a 280 meter square area around Asaichi Dori, a well-known tourist attraction, have been burnt.
2024-01-02 11:50:00
At 10 a.m. on the 2nd, the Japan Meteorological Agency lifted all tsunami advisories that had been issued for the Sea of Japan coast from Hokkaido to the San'in area, as well as Iki and Tsushima in Nagasaki prefecture. There is a possibility that the tide level will continue to change slightly over the next day or so, so please be careful when working in the sea. There have been a number of earthquakes with epicenters in and around the Noto region, and strong shaking with a seismic intensity of lower 5 was observed in Anamizu Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, just after 10 a.m., and the Japan Meteorological Agency said, ``For the next week or so, especially for the next few days, "Please be careful of an earthquake with a maximum seismic intensity of 7."
2024-01-02 11:42:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, and the impact on lifelines including water outages and power outages continues on the 2nd in various areas. We will keep you updated on the latest situation in each region.
2024-01-02 11:32:00
In response to this earthquake, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a meeting of its task force on the 2nd, and Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Sakamoto gave instructions to promptly move forward with food aid to the affected areas.
2024-01-02 11:18:00
According to JR West, operation of the Hokuriku Shinkansen was suspended between Kanazawa and Nagano stations due to equipment inspection, but operations resumed on the up and down lines between Kanazawa and Toyama stations at 10:34 a.m. did. Service will continue to be suspended between Toyama Station and Nagano Station, and according to JR East, service is expected to resume on all lines around 3:00 pm on the 2nd.
2024-01-02 11:16:00
Due to the earthquake that registered a magnitude 7 earthquake in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, the Hokuriku Shinkansen, limited express trains, and air services have been disrupted for the 2nd day, with suspensions and flight cancellations. According to JR West Japan, the Hokuriku Shinkansen resumed operations on the up and down lines between Kanazawa and Toyama stations at 10:34 a.m. Service continues to be suspended between Toyama Station and Nagano Station. A summary of transportation information in each region updated from time to time.
2024-01-02 11:13:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 occurred in the Noto region on the 1st. According to Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 9 a.m. on the 2nd, eight people had been confirmed dead in the city due to the earthquake. According to NHK's interviews with local governments and hospitals, as of 6 a.m. on the 2nd, multiple people were injured and buildings had collapsed in five prefectures: Ishikawa, Niigata, Fukui, Toyama, and Gifu. There is also information that residents who were unable to flee were left behind in their homes. We will update you on the damage in each area from time to time.
2024-01-02 11:10:00
Regarding this earthquake, the Japan Meteorological Agency held a press conference from around 10:30 a.m. on the 2nd.
2024-01-02 11:06:00
At 10 a.m. on the 2nd, the Japan Meteorological Agency lifted all tsunami advisories that had been issued for the Sea of Japan coast from Hokkaido to the San'in area, as well as Iki and Tsushima in Nagasaki prefecture. There is a possibility that the tide level will continue to change slightly over the next day or so, so please be careful when working in the sea. There have been a number of earthquakes with epicenters in and around the Noto region, and strong shaking with a seismic intensity of lower 5 was observed in Anamizu Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, just after 10 a.m., and the Japan Meteorological Agency said, ``For the next week or so, especially for the next few days, "Please be careful of an earthquake with a maximum seismic intensity of 7."
2024-01-02 10:55:00
In response to this earthquake, Prime Minister Kishida convened an ``emergency disaster response headquarters'' with himself as the head on the morning of the 2nd. He held a press conference at 10:15 a.m. on the 2nd.
2024-01-02 10:51:00
As of 9:30 a.m. on the 2nd, more than 46,000 people have been evacuated in Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures due to the earthquake that was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture with a seismic intensity of 7. We summarize the evacuation situation in each region.
2024-01-02 10:50:00
At around 10:17 a.m. on the 2nd, there was an earthquake in Ishikawa Prefecture with a seismic intensity of lower 5. There is no need to worry about a tsunami from this earthquake.
2024-01-02 10:33:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, and the impact on lifelines including water outages and power outages continues on the 2nd in various areas. We will keep you updated on the latest situation in each region.
2024-01-02 10:32:00
Along with the lifting of the tsunami advisory, Tsuruoka City and Sakata City in Yamagata Prefecture lifted evacuation orders issued for coastal areas. All evacuation orders in Yamagata Prefecture have now been lifted.
2024-01-02 10:27:00
More than 14 hours have passed since the fire broke out in Kawai-cho, located in the center of Wajima City, on the 1st, when shaking with a seismic intensity of 6+ was observed, and efforts to extinguish the fire are still ongoing. According to the fire department, the fire occurred near Asaichi Dori, a well-known tourist attraction, and it is believed that more than 100 buildings, including shops and residences, have been destroyed. The fire department continues to extinguish the fire and is currently assessing the extent of human damage. Video taken by an NHK helicopter around 6:50 a.m. shows a fire occurring in the area of Asaichi Dori, a well-known tourist attraction, with flames coming out of multiple locations and white smoke rising over a wide area. You can check. Surrounding buildings are charred black, and some buildings are burnt to the ground.
2024-01-02 10:13:00
In response to this earthquake, Prime Minister Kishida convened an ``emergency disaster response headquarters'' with himself as the head on the morning of the 2nd. A press conference will be held from 9:45 a.m. on the 2nd.
2024-01-02 10:11:00
The Japan Meteorological Agency lifted the tsunami advisory that had been issued for the Sea of Japan coast from Hokkaido to the San'in region, as well as Iki and Tsushima in Nagasaki Prefecture, at 10 a.m. on the 2nd. All tsunami warnings due to this earthquake have now been lifted. The Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be careful when working in the sea, as it is likely that the tide level will continue to change slightly over the next day or so. We provide comprehensive TV news simultaneously.
2024-01-02 10:07:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 occurred in the Noto region on the 1st. According to Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 9 a.m. on the 2nd, eight people had been confirmed dead in the city due to the earthquake. Additionally, the Ishikawa Prefectural Police Headquarters announced that as of 5 a.m. on the 2nd, six people in Ishikawa Prefecture, ranging from their teens to their 90s, had been confirmed dead. According to NHK's interviews with local governments and hospitals, as of 6 a.m. on the 2nd, multiple people were injured and buildings had collapsed in five prefectures: Ishikawa, Niigata, Fukui, Toyama, and Gifu. There is also information that residents who were unable to flee were left behind in their homes. We will update you on the damage in each area from time to time.
2024-01-02 10:05:00
The Japan Meteorological Agency lifted the tsunami advisory that had been issued for the Sea of Japan coast from Hokkaido to the San'in region, as well as Iki and Tsushima in Nagasaki Prefecture, at 10 a.m. on the 2nd. All tsunami warnings due to this earthquake have now been lifted. The Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be careful when working in the sea, as it is likely that the tide level will continue to change slightly over the next day or so. This is a broadcast video from various places.
2024-01-02 10:04:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, and the impact on lifelines including water outages and power outages continues on the 2nd in various areas. We will keep you updated on the latest situation in each region.
2024-01-02 10:03:00
The Japan Meteorological Agency recently lifted the tsunami advisory that had been issued for the Sea of Japan coast from Hokkaido to the San'in area, as well as Iki and Tsushima in Nagasaki Prefecture, at 10 a.m. All tsunami warnings due to this earthquake have now been lifted. The Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be careful when working in the sea, as it is likely that the tide level will continue to change slightly over the next day or so.
2024-01-02 09:53:00
According to Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 9 a.m. on the 2nd, eight people had been confirmed dead in the city due to the earthquake. At least seven people were also seriously injured. In addition, many homes in the city were damaged, including collapse, and the city is currently investigating.
2024-01-02 09:52:00
According to the Ministry of Defense, in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, where earthquakes with an intensity of 6+ were observed, members of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force's Wajima Branch Base are rescuing people stranded in collapsed buildings.
2024-01-02 09:47:00
According to police, two people, believed to be a man and a woman, were trapped under a collapsed building in the center of Anamizu Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, and firefighters are working to rescue them. This means that the two of them are able to have a conversation.
2024-01-02 09:39:00
Due to the earthquake that registered a magnitude 7 earthquake in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, the Hokuriku Shinkansen, limited express trains, and air services have been disrupted for the 2nd day, with suspensions and flight cancellations. A summary of transportation information in each region updated from time to time.
2024-01-02 09:38:00
By 9 a.m., Oga City and Nikaho City in Akita Prefecture had lifted all evacuation orders that had been issued for the entire coastline of each city.
2024-01-02 09:36:00
More than 14 hours have passed since the fire broke out in Kawai-cho, located in the center of Wajima City, on the 1st, when shaking with a seismic intensity of 6+ was observed, and efforts to extinguish the fire are still ongoing. According to the fire department, the fire occurred near Asaichi Dori, a well-known tourist attraction, and it is believed that more than 100 buildings, including shops and residences, have been destroyed. The fire department continues to extinguish the fire and is currently assessing the extent of human damage. Video taken by an NHK helicopter around 6:50 a.m. shows a fire occurring in the area of Asaichi Dori, a well-known tourist attraction, with flames coming out of multiple locations and white smoke rising over a wide area. You can check. Surrounding buildings are charred black, and some buildings are burnt to the ground.
2024-01-02 09:25:00
There was an earthquake at around 9:14 a.m. on the 2nd. The epicenter was in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture, at a depth of 30 km, and the magnitude, which indicates the scale of the earthquake, is estimated to be 4.7. The seismic intensity of each municipality is as follows. ▼The seismic intensity was 4 in Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture.
2024-01-02 09:12:00
According to the Ministry of Defense, in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, where earthquakes with an intensity of 6+ were observed, members of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force's Wajima Branch Base are rescuing people stranded in collapsed buildings.
2024-01-02 09:07:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 was observed in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, and the impact on lifelines including water outages and power outages continues on the 2nd in various areas. We will keep you updated on the latest situation in each region.
2024-01-02 09:05:00
Due to the earthquake that registered a magnitude 7 earthquake in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, the Hokuriku Shinkansen, limited express trains, and air services have been disrupted for the 2nd day, with suspensions and flight cancellations. A summary of transportation information in each region updated from time to time.
2024-01-02 08:33:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 occurred in the Noto region on the 1st. The Ishikawa Prefectural Police Headquarters announced that as of 5 a.m. on the 2nd, six people, both men and women, ranging from their teens to their 90s, had been confirmed dead in Ishikawa Prefecture. According to NHK's interviews with local governments and hospitals, as of 6 a.m. on the 2nd, multiple people were injured and buildings had collapsed in five prefectures: Ishikawa, Niigata, Fukui, Toyama, and Gifu. There is also information that residents who were unable to flee were left behind in their homes. We will update you on the damage in each area from time to time.
2024-01-02 08:21:00
More than 14 hours have passed since the fire broke out in Kawai-cho, located in the center of Wajima City, on the 1st, when shaking with a seismic intensity of 6+ was observed, and efforts to extinguish the fire are still ongoing. According to the fire department, the fire occurred near Asaichi Dori, a well-known tourist attraction, and it is believed that more than 100 buildings, including shops and residences, have been destroyed. The fire department continues to extinguish the fire and is currently assessing the extent of human damage. Video taken by an NHK helicopter around 6:50 a.m. shows a fire occurring in the area of Asaichi Dori, a well-known tourist attraction, with flames coming out of multiple locations and white smoke rising over a wide area. You can check. Surrounding buildings are charred black, and some buildings are burnt to the ground.
2024-01-02 08:20:00
In Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, where a seismic intensity of 6+ was observed, a fire broke out in a house after the earthquake, but according to the fire department, the fire was almost extinguished around 3 a.m. on the 2nd. The details of the fire are not yet known, and police and fire departments are currently gathering information on whether there are any injuries or not.
2024-01-02 08:17:00
Due to the earthquake that registered a magnitude 7 earthquake in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, the Hokuriku Shinkansen, limited express trains, and air services have been disrupted for the 2nd day, with suspensions and flight cancellations. We will provide a regularly updated summary of the impact on traffic, power outages, communications, etc. in each region.
2024-01-02 08:12:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 occurred in the Noto region on the 1st. The Ishikawa Prefectural Police Headquarters announced that as of 5 a.m. on the 2nd, six people, both men and women, ranging from their teens to their 90s, had been confirmed dead in Ishikawa Prefecture. According to NHK's interviews with local governments and hospitals, as of 6 a.m. on the 2nd, multiple people were injured and buildings had collapsed in five prefectures: Ishikawa, Niigata, Fukui, Toyama, and Gifu. There is also information that residents who were unable to flee were left behind in their homes. We will update you on the damage in each area from time to time.
2024-01-02 07:58:00
There was an earthquake at around 7:13 a.m. on the 2nd. The areas where seismic intensity 3 or higher is currently observed are as follows. ▼Seismic intensity 4 occurred in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture. ▼Seismic intensity 3 occurred in Nanao City, Shiga Town, Anamizu Town, and Noto Town in Ishikawa Prefecture. Please pay attention to future information.
2024-01-02 07:54:00
Most of the roads in the area heading towards Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, where shaking with an intensity of 6 or above was observed, have been cut off and are now impassable due to the earthquake. As a result, many personnel from related organizations heading to the area are stranded, unable to fully assess the situation, and there is also a shortage of relief supplies.
2024-01-02 07:49:00
At 7:30 a.m. on the 2nd, the Japan Meteorological Agency lifted the tsunami advisory that had been issued for the Sea of Japan coast of Yamaguchi Prefecture and Oki, Shimane Prefecture. Tsunami advisories continue to be issued for the Sea of Japan coast from Hokkaido to the San'in area, as well as Iki and Tsushima in Nagasaki Prefecture, so please stay away from coasts and river mouths. Since the evening of the 1st, earthquakes with epicenters in and around the Noto region have occurred one after another, and the Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a warning saying, ``For the next one week or so, especially for the next few days, please be careful of earthquakes with a maximum seismic intensity of 7.'' Masu.
2024-01-02 07:43:00
On the evening of the 1st, there was an earthquake with its epicenter in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture, and shaking with an intensity of 7 was observed in Shiga Town. Tsunami advisories continue to be issued for areas along the Sea of Japan coast from Hokkaido to the Chugoku region, and please stay away from the coast and river mouths. Live footage from various locations.
2024-01-02 07:36:00
The Japan Meteorological Agency lifted the tsunami advisory issued for the Sea of Japan coast of Yamaguchi Prefecture and Oki, Shimane Prefecture at 7:30 a.m. on the 2nd. Although there is a possibility that the tide level may change in the future, there is no fear of damage. Meanwhile, tsunami advisories continue to be issued for the Sea of Japan coast from Hokkaido to the San'in region, as well as Iki and Tsushima in Nagasaki Prefecture. If a tsunami warning has been issued, please stay away from the coast and river mouths and do not approach them.
2024-01-02 07:35:00
The Japan Meteorological Agency lifted the tsunami advisory issued for the Sea of Japan coast of Yamaguchi Prefecture and Oki, Shimane Prefecture at 7:30 a.m. on the 2nd. Although there is a possibility that the tide level may change in the future, there is no fear of damage. Meanwhile, tsunami advisories continue to be issued for the Sea of Japan coast from Hokkaido to the San'in region, as well as Iki and Tsushima in Nagasaki Prefecture. If a tsunami warning has been issued, please stay away from the coast and river mouths and do not approach them. We provide comprehensive TV news simultaneously.
2024-01-02 07:18:00
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 occurred in the Noto region on the 1st. As of 1:30 a.m. on the 2nd, Ishikawa Prefecture announced that four people had died in the earthquake. According to NHK's interviews with local governments and hospitals, as of 6 a.m. on the 2nd, multiple people were injured and buildings had collapsed in five prefectures: Ishikawa, Niigata, Fukui, Toyama, and Gifu. There is also information that residents who were unable to flee were left behind in their homes. We will update you on the damage in each area from time to time.
2024-01-02 07:16:00
More than 12 hours have passed since the fire broke out in Kawai Town, in the center of Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, on the 1st, when shaking with a magnitude 6 or above was observed, and efforts are still underway to put out the fire. According to the fire department, the fire occurred near Asaichi Street, a well-known tourist attraction, and it is believed that more than 50 buildings, including shops and residences, have been destroyed so far. The fire department continues to extinguish the fire and is currently assessing the extent of human damage. Video taken by an NHK helicopter around 6:50 a.m. shows a fire occurring in the area of Asaichi Dori, a well-known tourist attraction, with flames coming out of multiple locations and white smoke rising over a wide area. You can check. Surrounding buildings are charred black, and some buildings are burnt to the ground. Surrounding buildings are charred black, and some buildings are burnt to the ground. It can also be seen that a building that appears to be 7 stories tall has fallen sideways. You can see the words "Gotoya" on the side of the building. According to the fire department, there is information that the building of a long-established Wajima lacquerware company in Kawai-cho, Wajima City has collapsed, and we are currently investigating.
2024-01-02 07:13:00
Due to the earthquake, the Hokuriku Expressway was closed to traffic between Kaga Interchange in Ishikawa Prefecture and Asahi Interchange in Toyama Prefecture, but at 6:30 a.m. on the 2nd, the line between Kurobe Interchange and Asahi Interchange in Toyama Prefecture was closed. The upper and lower lines have been removed. The Hokuriku Expressway continues to be closed to traffic up and down the Kaga Interchange and Kurobe Interchange. In addition, the Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway remains closed between Oyabe-Tonami Junction in Toyama Prefecture and Shirakawago Interchange in Gifu Prefecture.
2024-01-02 07:10:00
Seismic activity has continued to be high in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture since the earthquake on the evening of the 1st, when shaking with a seismic intensity of 7 was observed.
2024-01-02 06:58:00
Due to the earthquake that registered a magnitude 7 seismic intensity in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st, the Hokuriku Shinkansen, limited express trains, and air services are expected to continue to be disrupted for the next 2 days, with suspensions and flight cancellations. We will provide a regularly updated summary of the impact on traffic, power outages, communications, etc. in each region.
2024-01-02 06:44:00
The Japan Meteorological Agency changed all tsunami warnings issued for Hokuriku, Niigata, Yamagata, and northern Hyogo prefectures to tsunami advisories at 1:15 a.m. on the 2nd. Tsunami advisories continue to be issued for areas along the Sea of Japan coast from Hokkaido to Kyushu. Tsunamis are being observed in various places at this time as well. The Japan Meteorological Agency urges those who have evacuated to continue to evacuate in areas where a tsunami warning has been issued, and to continue to be extremely cautious, such as staying away from coastlines and river mouths. Live footage from various locations.
2024-01-02 06:31:00
On the evening of the 1st, there was an earthquake with its epicenter in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture, and shaking with an intensity of 7 was observed in Shiga Town. Tsunami advisories continue to be issued for areas along the Sea of Japan coast from Hokkaido to the Chugoku region, and please stay away from the coast and river mouths. There have been a number of earthquakes with epicenters in and around the Noto region, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be careful about earthquakes with a maximum seismic intensity of 7 over the next week or so, especially for the next few days.
2024-01-02 05:52:00
Kenji Satake, a professor at the Earthquake Research Institute at the University of Tokyo, who is familiar with the mechanism of tsunamis, says people need to be careful about earthquakes with a maximum seismic intensity of 7 for the next week or so. If an earthquake occurs nearby, there is a possibility that another tsunami will occur, so if you feel shaking, please do not wait for information and evacuate to higher ground.
2024-01-02 05:47:00
According to JR West, four trains on the Hokuriku Shinkansen were suspended between Toyama and Kanazawa stations due to the earthquake on the 1st. , started to move. Two trains each will arrive at Toyama Station and Kanazawa Station by 4 a.m., and the trains will be opened for rest as so-called ``train hotels'' until operations resume. There were approximately 1,400 passengers on board the four trains, but so far no one has been confirmed to be feeling unwell.
2024-01-02 05:45:00
As of 5 a.m. on the 2nd, approximately 160 to 200 people had evacuated to the Notojima District Community Center on Notojima, Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture, in Nanao Bay. According to Nanao City, the two bridges that connect the Noto Peninsula and Noto Island, Notojima Ohashi Bridge and Twin Bridge Noto, are both closed to traffic due to elevated roads. As a result, relief supplies cannot be delivered to Noto Island, and the island is currently facing a shortage of water, food, blankets, and other supplies.
2024-01-02 05:09:00
This year, gubernatorial elections will be held in six prefectures, including Tokyo and Kumamoto, and mayoral elections will be held in six prefectural and prefectural capitals, including Kyoto and Maebashi. Meanwhile, with Cabinet approval ratings declining, the focus will be on whether Prime Minister Kishida will rebuild his stance and take steps to dissolve the House of Representatives by the end of the year.
2024-01-02 05:07:00
Last year, North Korea launched 25 ballistic missiles in 2023, the second highest number on record. The Ministry of Defense continues to be on alert, considering the possibility of various missile launches and satellite launches this year.
2024-01-02 04:50:00
There was an earthquake at around 4:42 a.m. on the 2nd. The areas where seismic intensity of 4 or higher is currently observed are as follows. ▼Seismic intensity 4 occurred in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture. Please pay attention to future information.
2024-01-02 04:45:00
According to the White House, President Biden and Vice President Harris received a briefing from the national security team about the earthquake on the 1st. Afterwards, President Biden released a statement saying, ``I am praying for the people of Japan who have been affected by the terrible earthquake. We share the bonds of friendship and our thoughts are with Japan during this difficult time."
2024-01-02 04:39:00
There was an earthquake at around 3:29 a.m. on the 2nd. The epicenter was in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture, and the depth of the epicenter was very shallow, and the magnitude, which indicates the scale of the earthquake, is estimated to be 4.0. The seismic intensity of each municipality is as follows. ▼The seismic intensity was 4 in Shiga Town, Ishikawa Prefecture.
2024-01-02 04:25:00
In response to this earthquake, Prime Minister Kishida expressed his intention to do everything in his power to respond, including using all means possible to rescue the victims. On the morning of the 2nd, we will hold an ``Emergency Disaster Countermeasures Headquarters'' with myself as the head, and plan to discuss specific responses based on the information we have gathered throughout the night.
2024-01-02 03:45:00
On the evening of the 1st, there was an earthquake with its epicenter in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture, and shaking with an intensity of 7 was observed in Shiga Town. A tsunami advisory has been issued for the Sea of Japan coast from Hokkaido to the Chugoku region, as well as Iki and Tsushima in Nagasaki Prefecture. There have been a number of earthquakes with epicenters in and around the Noto region, so please continue to stay in safe buildings and stay away from coasts and river mouths.
2024-01-02 03:40:00
Just after 4 p.m. on the 1st, there was an earthquake with its epicenter in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture, and the Japan Meteorological Agency had issued a major tsunami warning for Noto, Ishikawa Prefecture, but changed it to a tsunami warning at 8:30 p.m. In Yamagata Prefecture, Niigata Prefecture, Hokuriku Prefecture, and northern Hyogo Prefecture, where a tsunami warning has been issued, please continue to evacuate to a safe location such as high ground. Additionally, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency, data from the tsunami observation station in Suzu City has not been received since the earthquake with its epicenter in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture.
2024-01-02 03:16:00
Experts analyzed the waveform of the earthquake that was observed in Ishikawa Prefecture on the 1st with a seismic intensity of 7, and found that the shaking was likely to cause major damage to wooden houses in Wajima City, Suzu City, and Anamizu Town. got it. Experts have pointed out that ``a wide area of the Noto Peninsula may be affected.''
2024-01-02 03:14:00
This video was taken at Naoetsu Port in Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture, at around 4:30 pm on the 1st, immediately after the earthquake. You can see that water that appears to be a tsunami is rushing towards the coast and near the mouth of the river from the sea side on the right side of the screen. You can also see the water going upstream upstream, climbing over the embankment in the foreground, and flowing into the port.
2024-01-02 03:11:00
According to JR West Japan, the Hokuriku Shinkansen has been suspended from the evening of the 1st for the entire day between Nagano Station and Kanazawa Station. On the 2nd, there will be no service in this section from the first train until around noon. As a result, four trains remain stopped between Toyama Station and Kanazawa Station, with approximately 1,400 passengers still stranded on board. Two of them have complained of fever, but their symptoms are said to be mild. Electricity and heating were available on the train, and JR employees drove to the site to deliver food.
2024-01-02 02:43:00
The Japan Meteorological Agency lifted the tsunami advisory issued for Fukuoka and Saga prefectures at 2:30 a.m. on the 2nd. Although some sea level changes are expected in the future, there is no fear of damage. Meanwhile, tsunami advisories continue to be issued for the Sea of Japan coast from Hokkaido to the Chugoku region, as well as Iki and Tsushima in Nagasaki Prefecture. If a tsunami warning has been issued, please stay away from the coast and river mouths and do not approach them. We provide comprehensive TV news simultaneously.
2024-01-02 02:36:00
The Japan Meteorological Agency lifted the tsunami advisory issued for Fukuoka and Saga prefectures at 2:30 a.m. on the 2nd. Although some sea level changes are expected in the future, there is no fear of damage. Meanwhile, tsunami advisories continue to be issued for the Sea of Japan coast from Hokkaido to the Chugoku region, as well as Iki and Tsushima in Nagasaki Prefecture. If a tsunami warning has been issued, please stay away from the coast and river mouths and do not approach them.
2024-01-02 02:15:00
According to JR West, due to the earthquake, limited express trains connecting Osaka and Nagoya to Kanazawa remain stopped at stations along the way, and at least 1,000 people are thought to be spending time on board.
2024-01-02 01:52:00
In connection with the recent earthquake and tsunami, NHK's reporting team checked posts from the old Twitter account X, and found that there were many requests for rescue that differed from the actual damage, and false information using videos of past disasters. I found out that If false information spreads, it may hinder rescue operations in the disaster area and cause a life-threatening situation, so even if you come across information or videos that may stir your emotions, you need to respond calmly and not spread the information easily. is.
2024-01-02 01:24:00
According to Hakui Police Station in Ishikawa Prefecture, an elderly man who was trapped in a collapsed house in the town of Shiga, where a magnitude 7 earthquake was observed, was later rescued and was confirmed dead at a hospital. In addition, in Hakui City, where a seismic intensity of 5 or above was observed, an elderly man trapped in a collapsed house was taken to the hospital, but his condition is said to be unconscious and critical. Police are continuing to check to see if there are any other damages.
2024-01-02 01:20:00
The Japan Meteorological Agency changed all tsunami warnings issued for Hokuriku, Niigata, Yamagata, and northern Hyogo prefectures to tsunami advisories at 1:15 a.m. on the 2nd. Tsunami advisories continue to be issued for areas along the Sea of Japan coast from Hokkaido to Kyushu. Tsunamis are being observed in various places at this time as well. The Japan Meteorological Agency urges those who have evacuated to continue to evacuate in areas where a tsunami warning has been issued, and to continue to be extremely cautious, such as staying away from coastlines and river mouths.
2024-01-02 01:08:00
The Imperial Household Agency has announced that the New Year's public visitation scheduled for the Imperial Palace on the 2nd will be canceled in response to the 2020 Noto Peninsula Earthquake.
2024-01-02 00:54:00
At around 11:03 p.m. on the 1st, the Japan Meteorological Agency announced that an earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 had occurred with its epicenter in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture, but it was canceled as it was a mistake and the actual observed seismic intensity was 7. It was announced that it was 3.
2024-01-02 00:34:00
According to the town of Anamizu in Ishikawa Prefecture, where a tremor with a magnitude of 6 or above was observed, at least nine houses were destroyed by the earthquake, and there is information that one man is unconscious and in critical condition. At least four people were also trapped in the rubble and mud, and firefighters are working to rescue them.
2024-01-02 00:31:00
Kazuhiko Shinzawa, a specially appointed professor at Niigata University who is an expert on health management during disasters, points out that evacuating in environments with low temperatures is likely to increase the risk of conditions such as economy class syndrome. For this reason, when evacuating, we urge people to keep their bodies cool, stay hydrated, and take appropriate exercise to the extent possible.
2024-01-02 00:19:00
According to the 9th Regional Coast Guard Headquarters, at around 7:40 pm on the 1st, an aircraft on alert confirmed that a fishing boat had sunk at Ichifuri Fishing Port in Itoigawa City, Niigata Prefecture.
2024-01-02 00:16:00
The four prefectures of Ishikawa, Niigata, Toyama, and Fukui have decided to apply the Disaster Relief Law due to the severe damage caused by the earthquake with its epicenter in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture. The national and prefectural governments will be responsible for part of the cost of setting up evacuation shelters and repairing damaged homes in 47 municipalities.
2024-01-02 00:14:00
There was an earthquake at around 12:08 a.m. on the 2nd. The areas where seismic intensity of 4 or higher is currently observed are as follows. ▼Seismic intensity 4 occurred in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture. Please pay attention to future information.
2024-01-02 00:12:00
According to JR West, due to the recent earthquake, the limited express trains connecting Kansai and other areas to Hokuriku will be suspended from the first train on the 2nd.
