Magnitude 7.7 Earthquake and Tsunami Advisory in Japan and Philippines

A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7 hit off the coast of Mindanao Island in the Philippines, triggering a tsunami advisory for Japan's Pacific coast from the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA). The JMA warned of waves up to 1 meter, with specific forecasts for different regions of Japan including Okinawa Prefecture, Chiba Prefecture, and the main islands south of Chiba. Additionally, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) and the U.S. Tsunami Warning System provided warnings and information about potential tsunami waves reaching certain coastal areas in the Philippines. Both agencies advised people to stay away from the coast and to take necessary precautions.