Security Alert: Japan, North Korea Fires Missile That Passes Over Japan

Location: Japan

According to multiple sources, North Korea has fired a ballistic missile off its east coast with a trajectory that may pass over Japan.

The missile appears to have flown over Japan and past its territory before falling into the Pacific Ocean. However, the Japanese government has warned citizens to continue to be cautious and monitor local media for guidance.

Actions to Take: Notify friends and family of your safety and monitor local news media for updates.

Assistance:

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• U.S. Embassy Tokyo
  Telephone: 03-3224-5000, After-Hours: 03-3224-5000
  Email: TokyoACS@state.gov
  https://jp.usembassy.gov/services/
• U.S. Consulate General Osaka-Kobe
  Telephone: 06-6315-5900
  Email: AOK@state.gov
• U.S. Consulate Nagoya
  Telephone: 052-581-4501
  Email: AOK@state.gov
• U.S. Consulate Fukuoka
  Telephone: 092-751-9331
  Email: FukuokaACS@state.gov
• U.S. Consulate General Sapporo
  Telephone: 011-641-1115
  Email: SapporoACS@state.gov
• U.S. Consulate General Naha
  Telephone: 098-876-4211
  Email: NahaACS@state.gov
• State Department – Consular Affairs 888-407-4747