After the measurement of a strong earthquake above the seven levels of Hualien in Taiwan, the Japan Meteorological Agency immediately issued a tsunami alert to the southern islands in the third minute.EssenceNaha Airport, which is on the sea on Okinawa Island, also suspended the aircraft to take off and land, causing a series of flights to cancel and delay.
It is understood that about 17 minutes after the tsunami alert was issued, the largest 30 cm tsunami was observed with that island.Ishigaki Island and Miyaguda also observe the tsunami.However, the official did not find any disasters in these areas.The tsunami alert was lifted at noon.
It is reported that after hearing the alarm, residents and tourists from Okinawa, and Miyagaki, Yae Mountain and other places all went to a high -level place to take refuge.A 57 -year -old woman in Naha, Okinawa said, "I saw everyone go to a place with a higher terrain. We were worried that they couldn't escape, so I had to climb the stairs to the top of the apartment building."
According to the Japanese Meteorological Department, the movement of the plate near Taiwan is very complicated. This time it should be an earthquake called "reverse layer".The department warns that in the next week, the same level of earthquake and tsunami may occur.
The Japanese defense department dispatched the Self -Defense Force aircraft over the Okinawa County after the earthquake to check the situation. The 11th Sea Security Department under the jurisdiction of Okinawa also sent two helicopters, two planes, and 17 patrol ships to investigate whether there is any inland sea in Okinawa CountyThe damage and confirming the safety of the surrounding ships.The official finally reported that no major damage was found.
