A man carries his belongings past a collapsed house following an earthquake in Wajima, Ishikawa prefecture, Japan Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024. A series of powerful earthquakes hit western Japan, damaging buildings, vehicles and boats, with officials warning people in some areas on Tuesday to stay away from their homes because of a risk of more strong quakes. (Kyodo News via AP)(Kyodo News via AP)

No Filipinos Injured in Magnitude 7.5 Quake in Japan

No Filipinos were injured in the 7.5 magnitude earthquake that struck Ishikawa Prefecture in Japan. While some sought shelter in evacuation centers, there have been no reports of injuries. The embassy and consulates are in constant communication with Filipino community leaders and offer assistance to those in need. Read more about the earthquake in Japan and the safety of Filipinos there.

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