Skift Take
The impact of the earthquake is likely to be extensive, affecting transportation and communication, emphasizing the importance of preparedness.
— Peden Doma Bhutia
Japan issued a tsunami warning along with urgent evacuation orders after a powerful earthquake measuring 7.6 on the Richter scale shook the Ishikawa region on Monday.
Here are the latest updates and impact on travel:
- Japanese domestic airlines have canceled flights to and from airports in the affected regions. All Nippon Airways reported the cancellation of 15 flights, while Japan Airlines canceled nine.
- Additionally, Ishikawa’s Noto Airport is currently closed to traffic, exacerbating transportation disruptions in the affected areas.
- The East Japan Railway Company has suspended operations on parts of its Hokuriku and Joetsu Shinkansen services until at least Monday, with uncertainty regarding the resumption…
