Watch| When cameras captured the 7.6 Magnitude Quake in Central Japan on Jan 1| Oneindia News

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A powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck Japan's Noto Peninsula and surrounding regions on New Year's Day, confirming 24 fatalities while rescue efforts continued amid escalating damage reports on Tuesday. The quake wreaked havoc, causing structural collapses and fires in Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, with aftershocks and debris impeding rescue missions. Wajima Municipal Hospital alone reported seven casualties.

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00:00 Over 36 hours have elapsed since Japan was rocked by a devastating 7.6 magnitude earthquake.

00:07 The seismic force triggered a lethal tsunami claiming over 50 lives in Ishikawa and neighboring

00:12 regions.

00:13 Emotionally charged visuals from the earthquake are circulating across social media.

00:18 And here we present five impactful visuals encapsulating the sheer power and devastation

00:23 wrought by this catastrophic seismic event.

00:27 The initial footage unveils the startling aftermath of the Ishikawa earthquake, capturing

00:31 the staggering impact as it dislodged the stone lantern at the Sanjozo Hichimangu Shrine,

00:36 situated along the coast in Niigata Prefecture.

00:39 The scene embodies the seismic ferocity, portraying the shrine's fervorous structure succumbing

00:44 to the forceful tremors.

00:46 The overwhelming strength of the earthquake, reaching a seismic intensity of 5+ on the

00:50 JMA scale in Niigata, is vividly showcased by the lantern's displacement.

00:55 Another video shows a passerby witnessing an unusual phenomenon during the morning stroll,

01:00 a remarkable sight of thousands of ducks converging at the seashore.

01:05 The spectacle intrigued the observer who had never witnessed such a gathering before.

01:09 Speculations arose about the potential connection between the unexpected avian congregation

01:14 and the imminent earthquake and the possible tsunami anticipated later in the day.

01:20 In this video, you can witness the intense impact of the earthquake through this footage.

01:24 A parking lot in Ishikawa beckons the tumultuous scene as cars tremble and bounce with a staggering

01:29 force.

01:30 The visual portrays the magnitude of the seismic jolt capturing the vehicle's violent shaking,

01:34 evoking a sense of overwhelming power and disturbance caused by the earthquake.

01:39 Amid the seismic Japanese chaos, the earthquake warning system of the nation also gained praise

01:44 for its efficiency.

01:45 It was evident how serious the threat had been.

01:49 During a live stream, a woman phone rang seconds before the earthquake hit.

02:03 She felt the tremors later and swiftly fled, showcasing the system's effectiveness and

02:07 alerting individuals in real time.

02:10 This incident highlighted the system's life-saving role amidst the tumultuous times.

02:14 Now in the end, watch this video capturing a river in Japan.

02:19 Witness the trembling water oscillating violently.

02:22 The force of the earthquake is evident as the water moves back and forth, depicting

02:26 the sheer intensity of the seismic event.

02:29 These visuals illuminate the fear-gripping Japan.

02:32 In this distressing time, it's time for us to unite in prayers for the swift recovery

02:36 and resilience of those affected.

02:39 #PrayForJapan

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