The UAE Embassy in Tokyo has issued a warning to its citizens in light of the recent massive earthquake in Japan.

All citizens are urged to exercise caution and follow safety instructions provided by Japanese authorities. In case of emergencies, citizens can contact the embassy at 0097180024 or 0097180044444 and register for the Tawajodi service.

It is important to stay informed about the latest developments. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels for updates.

According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, a total of 21 earthquakes with a magnitude above 4.0 have occurred in the country. Among them, a major 7.5 earthquake triggered a series of tsunami warnings.

The first tsunami waves, some exceeding a meter in height, reached the north coast of central Japan following the earthquake sequence.

Wajima port in Ishikawa prefecture experienced waves as high as 1.2 meters at 4:21 pm local time, as reported by the Japan Meteorological Agency. The affected areas include the Toyama, Ishikawa, and Niigata prefectures on the Sea of Japan side of Japan's main island of Honshu.