An earthquake measuring 5.4 in magnitude struck off the Tokara island chain in Japan's southwest on Saturday, prompting clarification from the Japan Meteorological Agency regarding speculation linking it to a popular manga disaster prediction circulating online. Ayataka Ebita of the agency stated that there is no connection between the earthquake and the prediction made by manga artist Ryo Tatsuki in her work "The Future I Saw," emphasizing that such occurrences are purely coincidental and that the science behind earthquake prediction remains inadequate.
The quake happened at 6:29 a.m. at a depth of approximately 19 kilometers, and despite its intensity, no tsunami warning was issued. On the Japanese seismic intensity scale, it registered upper 5 out of a possible 7. The Tokara area has been experiencing heightened seismic activity, with over 1,300 earthquakes recorded since late June, including a stronger tremor measuring 5.5 just days before.
In response to the ongoing seismic fluctuations, some residents from Akuseki Island, which covers less than 8 square kilometers and houses 89 people, were evacuated to Kagoshima on Kyushu Island for safety. Ebita urged that residents in Japan should always be prepared for earthquakes, as they can occur unexpectedly at any time.
5 Comments
Coccinella
Manga often reflects society’s fears and concerns. It’s valid to discuss connections, even if they turn out to be coincidental.
Africa
It's sad that some people can't distinguish between fiction and reality. Nature is complex, not a manga storyline.
Habibi
This just shows how farfetched and whimsical some fans can be. Earthquakes don't give warnings, only nature does!
Leonardo
It's ridiculous that people think a manga can predict real-life events! Earthquakes are unpredictable – this is just coincidence.
Raphael
It’s frustrating how easily misinformation spreads online. People should rely on experts, not manga narratives.