Magnitude 5.9 earthquake hits Japan, dozens injured
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck Japan early Sunday morning, injuring dozens of people. No tsunami threat has been reported.
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck Japan in the early hours of Sunday morning, injuring dozens of people, Euronews reports.
According to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), the epicenter was located in the southern part of Ibaraki Prefecture, near Tokyo, with the focus at a depth of about 68 kilometers. The agency stated there is no tsunami threat.
Damage and casualties
The Fire and Disaster Management Agency of Japan reported that at least 37 people were injured, one of them seriously. One building was damaged in Saitama Prefecture. Some regional train services in Tokyo were disrupted.
Government response
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said the quake was felt throughout Tokyo as well as in Ibaraki, Saitama and Chiba prefectures. She said authorities are taking the necessary measures and has instructed officials to assess the extent of the damage and inform the public quickly and accurately.
Takaichi urged residents in areas where the tremors were especially strong to remain vigilant, given the possibility of another earthquake of comparable strength.
