7.5 Quake Hits Japan: Terrifying Videos Show Homes Shaking

A powerful earthquake struck Japan on Monday night, terrifying residents and causing widespread damage. The quake, measuring 7.5 in magnitude, was captured in real-time on social media. Videos posted online show violent shaking inside homes, with furniture sliding and fixtures collapsing. The tremor hit the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa prefecture. A major tsunami warning was issued but later downgraded. Officials report fires and building damage in the area. Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida stated that rescue teams are working urgently. "We must race against time to save lives," he said. Japan is one of the world's most earthquake-prone countries. Its strict building codes and early warning systems are designed to limit disasters from such frequent seismic activity.