A powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake has struck off the coast of northern Japan, prompting immediate tsunami warnings.
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The Japanese authorities urged residents in coastal and low-lying areas to evacuate to higher ground immediately, warning that repeat tsunami waves of up to three metres are expected.
Some transport services, including bullet trains, have been suspended as a precaution.
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