A powerful earthquake has struck Japan, causing huge waves and damage to buildings.
The 7.6-magnitude quake occurred in Noto Prefecture on Honshu Island, and officials urged people in coastal areas to move to higher ground.
Although the full extent of the damage is still unknown, dozens of buildings collapsed in several towns, trapping a number of people under the rubble.
Thousands of people are spending the night in evacuation centers, where the Japanese army is distributing food, water and blankets to those forced to leave their homes.
A major tsunami warning was issued, but later downgraded to a warning, then an “advisory”.
Video by Gianluca Avagnina.
