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Tsunami Warning For Japan After 7.6 Magnitude Earthquake

Waves of up to 5 metres high are believed to be reaching Noto in Ishikawa.

A series of strong earthquakes, one measuring 7.6 on the richter scale have hit the Sea of Japan triggering a tsunami warning.

The Japan Meteorological Agency says waves of up to 5 metres high are believed to be reaching Noto in Ishikawa.

Alerts have also been issued for the coastal areas of Niigata and Toyama.

Reporter Ashna Hurynag says officials are warning people to leave their homes for higher ground.

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