Japan tsunami: Magnitude 5.9 earthquake triggered by volcanic activity sparks terrifying warning

A tsunami wave with a height of 20cm has been observed at Kozushima Port, according to a local newa outlet via NTV News. While a tsunami of 50cm was observed in Hachijo-jima, Hachijo Town, Tokyo.

Japan’s meteorological agency issued a tsunami advisory this morning to remote islands south of Tokyo after an earthquake that may have been triggered by volcanic activity. 

The Japan Meteorological Agency said a magnitude 5.9 quake hit off the Izu Islands and tsunami waves up to one metre above tide levels could occur on the coasts of the Izu and Ogasawara island chains. The US Geological Survey measured the quake’s strength at 5.6 magnitude.