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Social News(2023/10/09)


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House fire in Yurihonjo, Akita; three bodies found in house and building next to house

2023-10-09 21:45:00
On the afternoon of the 9th, there was a fire at a house in Yurihonjo City, Akita Prefecture, and three people were found dead in this house and another adjacent building. According to the police, there are five people living in the residence, and three of them have not been in contact with each other, so they are currently trying to confirm their identities.

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Expert: ``Is this phenomenon different from a normal earthquake?'' Tsunami on the morning of the 9th

2023-10-09 20:25:00
The earthquake that occurred early on the morning of the 9th, with its epicenter near Torishima in the Izu Islands, generated a tsunami even though the scale was not that large. Experts have pointed out that ``a phenomenon different from normal earthquakes may be occurring.''

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Johnny's issue: Man testifies that he was sexually assaulted multiple times within NHK

2023-10-09 19:06:00
Regarding Johnny Kitagawa's sexual assault issue, a man who participated in dance practice on NHK in Shibuya, Tokyo about 20 years ago in hopes of appearing on a music program was raped by Johnny Kitagawa multiple times in the station's bathroom. She testified that she had been sexually assaulted. NHK commented, ``We take the testimonies very seriously.This is an issue that cannot be overlooked, and we will continue to take steps to protect the safety and human rights of performers.''

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Tohoku Shinkansen bag leaks chemicals, injuring 4 people including children

2023-10-09 18:49:00
Around noon on the 9th, chemicals leaked inside a Tohoku Shinkansen train that was running near Sendai Station, causing burns to four passengers, including a child, and two others complaining of not feeling well and were taken to the hospital. The drug leaked from a bag brought in by one of the injured passengers, and police are investigating the situation after hearing from the passenger.

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Bear damage continues today in Akita, Kanazawa, Toyama... Worst pace ever

2023-10-09 18:27:00
While taking a walk in the park... or in my garden... bears have been causing damage in various places for the past 9 days. NHK has compiled the number of people affected by the virus, and this year's rate is the worst on record, and the country, local governments, and experts are calling for thorough measures to prevent damage.

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Lecture where evacuees from Ukraine talk about their feelings for their families Tokyo

2023-10-09 16:51:00
A lecture was held in Kodaira City, Tokyo, where people who had evacuated to Japan from Ukraine talked about their current situation and their feelings for their families.

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Former British soldiers who fought in Operation Imphal come to Japan to attend memorial service Tokyo

2023-10-09 16:21:00
A former British soldier who fought in the Imphal Operation by the former Japanese army, which was said to be one of the harshest battles during World War II, came to Japan and held a war casualty ceremony in Tokyo on the 9th. I attended a ceremony to commemorate the dead.

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Bear damage continues today in Akita, Kanazawa, Toyama... Worst pace ever

2023-10-09 16:14:00
While taking a walk in the park... or in my garden... bears have been causing damage in various places for the past 9 days. NHK has compiled the number of people affected by the virus, and this year's rate is the worst on record, and the country, local governments, and experts are calling for thorough measures to prevent damage.

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Off the coast of Senkaku, four ships of the Chinese Coast Guard intrude into territorial waters for about 1 hour and 40 minutes.

2023-10-09 15:02:00
On the morning of the 9th, four Chinese Coast Guard vessels entered Japanese territorial waters off the coast of the Senkaku Islands in Okinawa Prefecture for approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes. The Japan Coast Guard Headquarters continues to warn and monitor the vessel to ensure that it does not enter territorial waters again.

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Tohoku Shinkansen reported ``burns from touching 'chemicals''; 4 injured including children

2023-10-09 14:50:00
Around noon on the 9th, there was a report that ``someone had touched something that looked like a chemical and had been burned'' on a Tohoku Shinkansen train that was running near Sendai Station.According to police, four passengers, including a child, were injured. In addition to the injured person who was taken to the hospital, one person was complaining of not feeling well. There are no life-threatening injuries in either case. A bag containing what appeared to be drugs was found in the car, and police are currently investigating the situation after speaking with the owner.

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Railway festival ahead of “Railway Day” on October 14th, Tokyo Odaiba

2023-10-09 14:21:00
Ahead of ``Railway Day'' on the 14th of this month, the ``Railway Festival'' was held in Odaiba, Tokyo, where railway companies from all over the country gathered to promote and sell goods.

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Report of ``chemical leak'' on Tohoku Shinkansen train; 3 injured, including children

2023-10-09 13:39:00
Around noon on the 9th, there was a report of a ``chemical leak'' inside a Tohoku Shinkansen train that was running near Sendai Station, and according to the fire department, three people, including a child, were injured. Police and fire departments are confirming the detailed situation.

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Nationwide free telephone consultation for workplace concerns such as harassment

2023-10-09 13:32:00
A nationwide telephone consultation service is being provided free of charge to address concerns such as workplace harassment and long working hours.

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JR Uchibo Line resumes operation on all lines

2023-10-09 13:19:00
According to JR East, operations on the Uchibo Line between Tomiura and Chikura had been suspended due to the tsunami advisory, but operations resumed on the entire line at 12:22 p.m.

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Off the coast of the Senkaku Islands, four Chinese Coast Guard vessels intrude into territorial waters; Japan Coast Guard continues to warn

2023-10-09 13:06:00
On the morning of the 9th, four Chinese Coast Guard vessels entered Japan's territorial waters off the coast of the Senkaku Islands in Okinawa Prefecture, and the Japan Coast Guard continues to warn them to leave the territorial waters.

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Report of chemical leak on Tohoku Shinkansen; reports of three people including children injured

2023-10-09 13:03:00
According to the Sendai City Fire Department, around noon on the 9th, passengers aboard a Tohoku Shinkansen train reported a chemical leak, and three people, including a child, were injured.

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Four people in their 60s to 80s were transported after a series of bear attacks in Akita residential area

2023-10-09 12:54:00
Four people in their 60s to 80s were attacked one after another by a bear in a residential area in Akita City and taken to the hospital. According to police, both victims are conscious and able to talk.

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Chiba Prefecture all evacuation orders lifted

2023-10-09 12:53:00
In response to the lifting of the tsunami advisory, each local government in Chiba Prefecture has lifted all evacuation orders issued in areas such as the coast. Evacuation orders have been lifted for Tateyama City, Futtsu City, Asahi City, Chosei Village, Sosa City, Shirako Town, Ichinomiya Town, Minamiboso City, Oami Shirasato City, Yokoshiba Hikari Town, Katsuura City, and Sammu City. is.

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[Explanation] All tsunami warnings canceled Future precautions

2023-10-09 12:47:00
The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued nine tsunami advisories for the Izu and Ogasawara Islands, Kujukuri and Sotobo in Chiba Prefecture, Uchibo in Chiba Prefecture, Kochi Prefecture, Miyazaki Prefecture, eastern Kagoshima Prefecture, Tanegashima and Yakushima regions, and the Amami and Tokara Islands. All were lifted at noon on Sunday. In these areas, there is a high possibility that the tide level will change slightly for about half a day. The Japan Meteorological Agency also urges people to continue to be careful about tsunamis and earthquakes, as these seismic activities are expected to continue for the time being. Social Affairs Department reporter Koji Tsumura explains things to be careful about in the future. *The video cannot be viewed on the 3 minute 59 second data broadcast.

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Kochi Prefecture all evacuation orders lifted

2023-10-09 12:45:00
Within Kochi Prefecture, evacuation orders had been issued for five cities: Kochi City, Nankoku City, Konan City, Sukumo City, and Tosashimizu City, but now that the tsunami advisory has been lifted, all local governments have It was canceled with.

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Even if all tsunami warnings are lifted, the tide level may continue to change for about half a day. Please be careful.

2023-10-09 12:37:00
Early on the morning of the 9th, there was an earthquake with its epicenter near Torishima in the Izu Islands, and the Japan Meteorological Agency reported that the Izu Islands and Ogasawara Islands, Kujukuri and Sotobo in Chiba Prefecture, Uchibo in Chiba Prefecture, Kochi Prefecture, Miyazaki Prefecture, eastern Kagoshima Prefecture, Tanegashima and Yakushima regions , a tsunami advisory was issued for the Amami and Tokara Islands, but it was lifted at noon on the 9th. Changes in tidal levels due to the tsunami have been observed along these coasts, and the Japan Meteorological Agency warns that this is likely to continue for about half a day, and is urging people to be careful when working on the coast.

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Man injured in bear attack in Kanazawa park, city and police issue warning

2023-10-09 12:27:00
A man in his 80s who was walking in a park in Kanazawa City was attacked by a bear and suffered injuries to his face and other parts. The bear then appears to have fled towards the mountains, so the city and police are calling for caution.

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``NG List'' ``Association of Parties'' releases request for reconsideration of press conference

2023-10-09 12:22:00
Regarding sexual assault by Johnny Kitagawa, a ``no-no'' list was created at a press conference held by Johnny's office on the 2nd of this month, which included reporters who were not to be named at the venue. The ``Association of Parties'' published a request to the office to reschedule the press conference.

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Tsunami warning for Izu Islands, Ogasawara Islands, Kochi, Chiba, Miyazaki, and Kagoshima

2023-10-09 12:09:00
Early on the morning of the 9th, there was an earthquake with the epicenter near Torishima in the Izu Islands, and the Japan Meteorological Agency reported that the Izu Islands and Ogasawara Islands, Kujukuri and Sotobo in Chiba Prefecture, Uchibo in Chiba Prefecture, Kochi Prefecture, Miyazaki Prefecture, eastern Kagoshima Prefecture, Tanegashima and Yakushima regions , a tsunami advisory has been issued for the Amami and Tokara Islands. The expected height of each tsunami is 1 meter, and the tsunami has already reached the area. If you are in an area where a tsunami warning has been issued, please stay away from coasts and river mouths and do not approach them.

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All tsunami warnings lifted ``Will seismic activity continue for the time being? Be careful'' Japan Meteorological Agency

2023-10-09 12:03:00
The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued nine tsunami advisories for the Izu and Ogasawara Islands, Kujukuri and Sotobo in Chiba Prefecture, Uchibo in Chiba Prefecture, Kochi Prefecture, Miyazaki Prefecture, eastern Kagoshima Prefecture, Tanegashima and Yakushima regions, and the Amami and Tokara Islands. All were lifted at noon on Sunday. In these areas, there is a high possibility that the tide level will change slightly for about half a day. The Japan Meteorological Agency also urges people to continue to be careful about tsunamis and earthquakes, as these seismic activities are expected to continue for the time being.

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Kochi Konan City Evacuation order for people underwater or outside the coastal embankment

2023-10-09 11:58:00
Konan City, Kochi Prefecture, issued an evacuation order at 8:50 a.m. to anyone in the sea or outside the coastal embankment. We urge everyone to evacuate from dangerous areas immediately.

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Chiba: 12 local governments issue evacuation orders for coastal areas and areas near the coast

2023-10-09 11:37:00
In response to the tsunami warning, in addition to Tateyama City, 11 other local governments in Chiba Prefecture have issued evacuation orders for coastal areas and areas near the coast. ▽Futtsu City has issued an evacuation order near the coast. ▽Asahi City has issued an evacuation order for coastal areas. ▽Chosei Village has issued an evacuation order from the Kujukuri Toll Road to the east coast. ▽Sosa City has issued an evacuation order to the sea side of the coastal embankment. ▽The town of Shirako has issued an evacuation order from the Kujukuri Toll Road to the east coast. ▽Ichinomiya Town has issued an evacuation order near the coast. ▽Minamiboso City has issued an evacuation order for areas near the coast. ▽Oami Shirasato City has issued an evacuation order to the east of the Kujukuri Toll Road. ▽Yokoshiba Hikari Town has issued an evacuation order to the sea side from the coastal embankment. ▽Katsuura City has issued evacuation orders for the coast and sea. ▽Sanmu City has issued an evacuation order to the ocean side of the seawall. ▽Furthermore, Tateyama City will continue to provide support to approximately 20,000 households and 37,000 people in the Tateyama, Hojo, Nago, Funagata, Nishimisaki, Kobe, and Tomisaki districts along the coast of the city. An evacuation order has been issued.

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Tsunami advisory: Japan Meteorological Agency press conference “Stay away from the sea until it is lifted”

2023-10-09 11:35:00
Regarding the announcement of tsunami warnings for the Izu Islands, Ogasawara Islands, and areas from Chiba Prefecture to Kagoshima Prefecture, Toshihiro Shimoyama, Earthquake Information Planning Officer at the Japan Meteorological Agency, said at a press conference shortly after 8:30 a.m., ``The current situation is fast. Please refrain from entering the sea or approaching the coast until the tsunami warning is lifted.Seismic activity has continued in this area since the 2nd of this month, and tsunamis were observed due to an earthquake on the 5th of this month. These seismic activities are expected to continue for the time being, so we need to continue to be careful."

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Head priest murder case: Did the suspects understand the schedule and behavior patterns and plan the murder?

2023-10-09 11:31:00
The president of the cemetery's management company was arrested for allegedly bringing charcoal briquettes into the columbarium of a temple in Adachi Ward, setting it on fire, and killing the chief priest.It was revealed that a funeral and interment were scheduled at the temple on the day of the incident. I understand, and the Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the case, suspecting that he planned the murder after knowing the chief priest's schedule and behavioral patterns.

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JR Sotobo Line resumes operation on all lines, Uchibo Line continues to suspend some operations Chiba

2023-10-09 11:25:00
According to JR East, due to the tsunami advisory, operations on the Sotobo Line were suspended between Mobara and Awa-Kamogawa, but operations resumed on the entire line at 10:25 a.m. In addition, the Uchibo Line, which had been suspended on the upper and lower lines between Kimitsu and Awa-Kamogawa, has resumed operation in some sections, but operation on the upper and lower lines between Tomiura and Chikura continues to be suspended.

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Tsunami warning for Izu Islands, Ogasawara Islands, Kochi, Chiba, Miyazaki, and Kagoshima

2023-10-09 11:16:00
Early on the morning of the 9th, there was an earthquake with the epicenter near Torishima in the Izu Islands, and the Japan Meteorological Agency reported that the Izu Islands and Ogasawara Islands, Kujukuri and Sotobo in Chiba Prefecture, Uchibo in Chiba Prefecture, Kochi Prefecture, Miyazaki Prefecture, eastern Kagoshima Prefecture, Tanegashima and Yakushima regions , a tsunami advisory has been issued for the Amami and Tokara Islands. The expected height of each tsunami is 1 meter, and the tsunami has already reached the area. If you are in an area where a tsunami warning has been issued, please stay away from coasts and river mouths and do not approach them.

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Man injured in bear attack in Kanazawa park, city and police issue warning

2023-10-09 11:11:00
A man in his 80s who was walking in a park in Kanazawa City was attacked by a bear and suffered injuries to his face and other parts. The bear has since left and has not been found, so the city and police are calling for caution.

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Tsunami warning for Izu Islands, Ogasawara Islands, Kochi, Chiba, Miyazaki, and Kagoshima

2023-10-09 10:17:00
Early on the morning of the 9th, there was an earthquake with the epicenter near Torishima in the Izu Islands, and the Japan Meteorological Agency reported that the Izu Islands and Ogasawara Islands, Kujukuri and Sotobo in Chiba Prefecture, Uchibo in Chiba Prefecture, Kochi Prefecture, Miyazaki Prefecture, eastern Kagoshima Prefecture, Tanegashima and Yakushima regions , a tsunami advisory has been issued for the Amami and Tokara Islands. The expected height of each tsunami is 1 meter, and the tsunami has already reached the area. If you are in an area where a tsunami warning has been issued, please stay away from coasts and river mouths and do not approach them.

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Chiba Tateyama City Approximately 20,000 households and 37,000 people in coastal areas are ordered to evacuate

2023-10-09 09:55:00
In response to a tsunami warning being issued in Tateyama City, Chiba Prefecture, approximately 300,000 yen in the Tateyama, Hojo, Nako, Funagata, Nishimisaki, Kobe, and Tomisaki areas along the coast of the city were issued. Evacuation orders were issued to 20,000 households and over 37,000 people.

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Kochi Tosashimizu City Evacuation order for people on the sea side of the embankment

2023-10-09 09:55:00
Tosashimizu City, Kochi Prefecture issued an evacuation order at 9:30 a.m. to people on the sea side of the embankment. We urge everyone to evacuate from dangerous areas immediately.

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[Explanation] Targets of tsunami warnings and current situation Future precautions

2023-10-09 09:53:00
Early on the morning of the 9th, there was an earthquake with the epicenter near Torishima in the Izu Islands, and the Japan Meteorological Agency reported that the Izu Islands and Ogasawara Islands, Kujukuri and Sotobo in Chiba Prefecture, Uchibo in Chiba Prefecture, Kochi Prefecture, Miyazaki Prefecture, eastern Kagoshima Prefecture, Tanegashima and Yakushima regions , a tsunami advisory has been issued for the Amami and Tokara Islands. The expected height of each tsunami is 1 meter, and the tsunami has already reached the area. If you are in an area where a tsunami warning has been issued, please stay away from coasts and river mouths and do not approach them. Social Affairs Department reporter Koji Tsumura explains the targets of the tsunami warning, the current situation, and future precautions. *The video cannot be viewed on the 2 minute 37 second data broadcast.

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Kochi Sukumo City Evacuation order for people living near the sea and river mouth

2023-10-09 09:41:00
Sukumo City, Kochi Prefecture, issued an evacuation order at 8:30 a.m. to people living on the sea side of the embankment and near the river mouth.

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Kochi City Evacuation order given to people outside the coastal embankment

2023-10-09 09:37:00
Kochi City issued an evacuation order for people outside the coastal embankment at 9:10 a.m.

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Kochi Konan City Evacuation order for coastal areas

2023-10-09 09:32:00
Kochi Prefecture's Konan City issued an evacuation order at 8:45 a.m. for the entire coastal area of ​​Kagami-cho, Kishimoto, Yasu-cho, Yoshikawa-cho, and Akaoka-cho. We urge everyone to evacuate from dangerous areas immediately.

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JR Uchibo Line Sotobo Line Operation suspended on some sections of up and down lines Chiba

2023-10-09 09:19:00
Due to the tsunami advisory, operations on the Uchibo Line between Kimitsu and Awa-Kamogawa, and on the Sotobo Line between Mobara and Awa-Kamogawa, have been suspended. According to JR East, train operations will continue to be suspended while a tsunami advisory is issued.

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Tsunami warning for Izu Islands, Ogasawara Islands, Kochi, Chiba, Miyazaki, and Kagoshima

2023-10-09 09:16:00
Early on the morning of the 9th, there was an earthquake with the epicenter near Torishima in the Izu Islands, and the Japan Meteorological Agency reported that the Izu Islands and Ogasawara Islands, Kujukuri and Sotobo in Chiba Prefecture, Uchibo in Chiba Prefecture, Kochi Prefecture, Miyazaki Prefecture, eastern Kagoshima Prefecture, Tanegashima and Yakushima regions , a tsunami advisory has been issued for the Amami and Tokara Islands. The expected height of each tsunami is 1 meter, and the tsunami has already reached the area. If you are in an area where a tsunami warning has been issued, please stay away from coasts and river mouths and do not approach them.

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Tsunami advisory: Japan Meteorological Agency press conference “Stay away from the sea until it is lifted”

2023-10-09 09:07:00
Toshihiro Shimoyama, Earthquake Information Planning Officer at the Japan Meteorological Agency, said at a press conference that a tsunami advisory had been issued for the Izu Islands and the Ogasawara Islands from Chiba Prefecture to Kagoshima Prefecture due to an earthquake with an epicenter near Torishima in the Izu Islands. It is dangerous to be in the sea or near the coast, so please get out of the sea and stay away from the coast.As the current continues to be strong, do not go into the sea or go to the coast until the tsunami warning is lifted. Please do not approach the area.Seismic activity has continued in this area since the 2nd of this month, and an earthquake and tsunami were also observed on the 5th of this month.These seismic activities are expected to continue for the time being, so please continue to be careful. ” he called out. Regarding the circumstances behind the announcement of the tsunami advisory, he stated, ``We have issued a tsunami advisory because there have been frequent earthquakes since 4 a.m. on the 9th, and changes in the tide level have been observed.The epicenter of the earthquake has not been determined.'' Ta.

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Kochi Nankoku City Evacuation order for people living on the sea side of the embankment and near the river mouth

2023-10-09 08:49:00
Nankoku City, Kochi Prefecture issued an evacuation order at 8:26 a.m. to people living on the sea side of the embankment and near the river mouth. An evacuation order is level 4 of the five alert levels, and calls for everyone to evacuate from dangerous areas immediately. The city will send publicity vehicles to areas subject to evacuation orders to urge people to evacuate.

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Tsunami warning for Izu Islands, Ogasawara Islands, Kochi, and Chiba. Tsunami has already reached

2023-10-09 08:12:00
Early on the morning of the 9th, there was an earthquake with its epicenter near Torishima in the Izu Islands, and the Japan Meteorological Agency issued a tsunami advisory for the Izu and Ogasawara Islands, Kujukuri and Sotobo in Chiba Prefecture, Uchibo in Chiba Prefecture, and Kochi Prefecture. The expected tsunami height is 1 meter. The tsunami has already arrived.

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Tsunami warning for Izu Islands and Ogasawara Islands has already arrived?

2023-10-09 07:14:00
There was an earthquake recently with its epicenter near Torishima in the Izu Islands, and the Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a tsunami advisory for the Izu Islands and the Ogasawara Islands. The expected height of the tsunami is 1 meter, and it appears that the tsunami has already reached the area. If you are in an area where a tsunami warning has been issued, please stay away from coasts and river mouths and do not approach them. Tsunamis can come over and over again and can rise quickly. A tsunami washes away people and objects with great force. Please stop working on the coast or underwater and move away from the coast or near the mouth of a river. Please don't go and check on me.

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42 people were stung by bees during a running competition on a mountain trail in Takayama, Gifu

2023-10-09 00:11:00
On the 8th, 42 men and women who participated in a trail running competition on a mountain trail in Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture, were stung by bees, and three were hospitalized, but their symptoms were said to be mild.

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