403
Sorry!!
Error! We're sorry, but the page you were looking for doesn't exist.
Japan gets struck with strong 5.8 magnitude earthquake
(MENAFN) Japan experienced a significant earthquake on Monday, registering a magnitude of 5.8, as reported by seismic monitoring agencies.
The tremor occurred off the coast of Yamada in eastern Iwate province at approximately 4:23 p.m. local time (0723 GMT) and originated at a depth of 11.2 kilometers (6.9 miles).
According to official Japanese authorities, the quake reached level three on the nation’s seven-point seismic intensity scale.
“There were no immediate reports of any tsunami advisory or damage,” according to statements from officials.
This event followed a stronger tremor just a day earlier, when a magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck off Iwate province at a depth of 10 kilometers (6.21 miles). Authorities had initially issued a tsunami warning, which was later lifted.
The tremor occurred off the coast of Yamada in eastern Iwate province at approximately 4:23 p.m. local time (0723 GMT) and originated at a depth of 11.2 kilometers (6.9 miles).
According to official Japanese authorities, the quake reached level three on the nation’s seven-point seismic intensity scale.
“There were no immediate reports of any tsunami advisory or damage,” according to statements from officials.
This event followed a stronger tremor just a day earlier, when a magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck off Iwate province at a depth of 10 kilometers (6.21 miles). Authorities had initially issued a tsunami warning, which was later lifted.
Legal Disclaimer:
MENAFN provides the
information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept
any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images,
videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information
contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright
issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.
Most popular stories
Market Research
More Story
Comments
No comment