Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has called upon Thai nationals to stay vigilant and keep an eye on news updates following an urgent tsunami advisory issued by Japanese authorities. This alert follows a massive earthquake that shook the southern coast of Japan yesterday. The Prime Minister expressed his concern for the safety of Thai citizens after learning about the quake, which registered a formidable 7.1 magnitude.
Government spokesman Chai Wacharonke conveyed Mr. Srettha’s worries, emphasizing the gravity of the situation. The earthquake’s epicenter was located off the eastern coast of Japan’s southern main island, Kyushu, at an estimated depth of about 30 kilometers. The tremor occurred at approximately 4.43 pm, according to Japan’s Meteorological Agency.
The immediate aftermath saw a tsunami warning being issued for several prefectures, including Miyazaki, Kochi, Ehime, Oita, and Kagoshima, which span the islands of Kyushu and Shikoku. Given the potential danger, Mr. Chai advised Thai nationals in these areas to adhere strictly to the guidance provided by Japanese authorities until the warning is officially lifted.
For those in an emergency, assistance can be sought by reaching out to the Royal Thai Consulate-General in Fukuoka through the phone numbers 090-9572-1515 or 090-2585-3027. Additionally, real-time updates and further information can be accessed through social media platforms, via the Facebook pages Royal Thai Embassy Japan and Royal Thai Consulate-General Fukuoka.
Wow, a 7.1 magnitude earthquake is no joke! Hope everyone stays safe.
Yeah, it’s incredible how often Japan experiences these powerful earthquakes. Their buildings must be really well-engineered to handle it.
True, Japan’s infrastructure is designed to survive such quakes. We should be more concerned about the tsunami.
They really know how to build, but you’d think they would have found a better way to predict these by now.
Even the best science can’t predict earthquakes perfectly. It’s better to have good emergency responses.
I’m just glad the Prime Minister is taking the necessary steps to keep Thai citizens informed and safe.
Is he really doing enough though? Seems like just the bare minimum to me.
Informing people and providing emergency contacts is standard procedure. What more can he do?
More proactive measures could have been taken before the quake. Better to be prepared than reactive.
People underestimate the danger of tsunamis. Even a small one can cause incredible damage.
True, the ripple effect of a tsunami can be devastating. Better safe than sorry.
Exactly, staying alert is crucial. Natural disasters can be unpredictable.
With today’s technology, you’d think they’d have better systems to prevent such catastrophes.
Technology can alert us and possibly mitigate damage, but prevention isn’t always possible for natural disasters.
I’m currently in Kyushu and felt the quake. Scary stuff!
Stay safe out there! Follow the local advisories closely.
Thanks, doing my best. The authorities are very organized here.
Make sure you have an evacuation plan. Tsunamis can strike fast.
Yes, we’ve already mapped out the nearest evacuation center.
So worried about the affected areas. The aftershocks could be equally dangerous.
Aftershocks are a part of the package. Japan will manage as usual.
True, but the emotional toll on people must be enormous. We should empathize more.
The geography of Japan makes it prone to such seismic activity. It’s a tough situation to manage.
Tsunami warnings are serious business. Everyone in the affected area should evacuate ASAP.
Absolutely. Better to overreact than risk lives.
Can’t imagine the stress involved in being there during such an alert. Hope this passes soon.
The Royal Thai Consulate in Fukuoka must be really busy. Kudos to them for managing this crisis.
Definitely. They deserve recognition for their hard work in tough times.