Japan Earthquakes & Tsunami: Indian embassy issues emergency numbers

The Indian Embassy in Japan has swiftly responded to the powerful earthquake measuring 7.5 that struck central Japan on January 1, 2024, leading to tsunami warnings along the western coast. In light of the seismic event, the embassy has set up an emergency control room for individuals seeking assistance. The following emergency contact numbers and email IDs have been issued for any necessary support.

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"Embassy has set up an emergency control room for anyone to contact in connection with the Earthquake and Tsunami on January I, 2024. The following Emergency numbers and email IDs may be contacted for any assistance," the embassy said in a post on X.


The following emergency numbers and email IDs may be contacted for any assistance:
+81-80-3930-1715 (Mr. Yakub Topno)
+81-70-1492-0049 (Mr. Ajay Sethi)
+81-80-3214-4734 (Mr. D.N. Barnwal)
+81-80-6229-5382 (Mr. S. Bhattacharya)
+81-80-3214-4722 (Mr. Vivek Rathee)

sscons.tokyo@mea.gov.in
offfseco.tokyo@mea.gov.in

"Embassy is in regular contact with authorities concerned. Please follow instructions of the local government," the embassy added.


The situation is ongoing, and further assessments of damages are awaited. The Indian Embassy's proactive establishment of an emergency room demonstrates its commitment to assisting Indian citizens during this critical period.

The earthquake, registering a magnitude of 7 on the Japanese scale, occurred on the Noto Peninsula, Ishikawa Prefecture, at 4:10 pm local time. The depth was reported at 10 km. The impact reached central Tokyo, shaking buildings in the area.

Tsunami warnings were issued for Ishikawa, Niigata, Toyama, and Yamagata prefectures, with waves reaching different heights in various regions, including the Noto Peninsula and Niigata's Sado Island.

The Japan Prime Minister's Office issued instructions to officials, emphasizing the provision of timely and accurate information to the public, evacuation measures, and damage assessment. The directive highlighted the coordination with local governments and prioritizing human life in emergency responses.