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Japan raises volcanic alert for Mount Tokachi in Hokkaido

Japan has increased the volcanic alert level for Mount Tokachi in Hokkaido.

By DoomRadar · Published on DoomRadar Sep 12, 2026, 11:55 AM UTC.

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The escalation signals a heightened hazard for nearby communities and could require restrictions or evacuations if activity intensifies.

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Japan raises volcanic alert for Hokkaido's Mt. Tokachi ↗news.az · Recorded source date: Sep 12, 2026, 11:47 AM UTC

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