A strong earthquake of magnitude 7.1 off north-eastern Japan has triggered a tsunami warning. Japan's meteorological agency issued a warning for the Iwate, Miyagi and Fukushima prefectures devastated by a huge quake and tsunami four months ago. NHK TV reported that the Fukushima nuclear plant has been evacuated as a precaution. More than 14000 people died as a result of the 9.0 magnitude earthquake and tsunami on 11 March. Metereologists warned of a possible surge of around 50 centimeters. According to NHK, there are no immediate reports of injuries or damage.