Tsunami Slams Japan After Record Earthquake, Hundreds Dead

Japan was struck by its strongest earthquake on record, an 8.9-magnitude temblor that shook buildings across Tokyo and unleashed a seven-meter-high tsunami that killed hundreds and engulfed towns on the northern coast.

Hundreds more were reported missing after waves as high as 23 feet swept ashore, according to state broadcaster NHK. Flood waters washed away buildings and vehicles, airports were shut, bullet train service was suspended, and an emergency evacuation order was issued for a nuclear power plant north of Tokyo.