Following a severe quake in the Pacific Ocean, a tsunami advisory has been issued for Japan's Izu Island chain with 30-centimeters waves confirmed in some areas, reported Kyodo News Agency citing the country's weather agency.
Many people, especially office-goers, were spotted rushing out of their workplaces after strong tremors from earthquakes epicentered in Nepal shook the national capital and adjoining areas.
A Dutch research organisation's warning that Pakistan may soon see a strong earthquake has not only gone viral on social media, but even the authorities appear to be taking it seriously, according to Dawn.
The Israel-based emergency responders arrived in the country on Saturday night, following Friday’s devastating 6.8 magnitude earthquake centered in the High Atlas mountain range, about 72 kilometers (44 miles) southwest of Marrakesh.
Tibetan spiritual leader the 14th Dalai Lama expressed grief as the deadly earthquake struck Morocco leading to extensive loss of life and caused many injuries.