Japan downgrades major tsunami warning after earthquakes - BBC News

Japan has downgraded its tsunami warning after a 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck the central region. The major warning - the first in Japan since the 2011 earthquake - was issued for the Noto area. Tsunami warnings also remain in place for the neighbouring Niigata and Toyama prefectures. A succession of more than 30 earthquakes have struck central Japan since about 16:00 local time (07:00 GMT), with more expected to follow. Subscribe here: For more news, analysis and features visit: #Japan #Earthquake #Noto #BBCNews