津波警報
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Meanings
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tsunami warning
Official alert issued by meteorological agencies when a tsunami is expected or detected.
After the earthquake, a tsunami warning was issued.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉に津波警報が出るa tsunami warning is issued for 〈place〉
A tsunami warning was issued for the coastal areas.
- 津波警報が発表されるa tsunami warning is announced/released
A tsunami warning was announced right after the earthquake.
- 津波警報を解除するto lift/cancel a tsunami warning
Several hours later, the Meteorological Agency lifted the tsunami warning.