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A strong earthquake struck Friday off the coast of northeastern Japan in the same region that was hit by a massive earthquake and tsunami in March 2011. Quake was also felt in the capital Tokyo as buildings swayed violently. The bullet train service was also suspended in the northern Japan.
The Japan Meteorological Agency said the earthquake, with a preliminary magnitude of 7.3, struck in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Miyagi prefecture
A city in the region reported that a small tsunami had hit, but there were no immediate reports of injuries or damage. The Tsunami could be as high as six feet.
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A city in the region reported that a small tsunami had hit, but there were no immediate reports of injuries or damage. The Tsunami could be as high as six feet.
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The Japan Meteorological Agency said the earthquake had a preliminary magnitude of 7.3 and struck in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Miyagi prefecture at 5:18 p.m local time.
There have been no immediate reports of deaths or injuries.
VIDEO: Tsunami warning after strong quake hits off coast of northeastern Japan
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