Strong earthquake tremors were felt in Japan on Friday, November 6. Its magnitude was measured at 6.1 on the Richter scale. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the epicentre of the earthquake was under the sea, about 144 kilometres southeast of Japan’s Hasaki city. Its depth was recorded at around 29 kilometres. The earthquake struck at 7:39 pm local time.
The tremors were felt in Japan’s Kanto region. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the seismic intensity in some areas was recorded at three on Japan’s seven-point scale. At this level, most people indoors can feel the shaking and dishes kept in cupboards may move.
No tsunami warning issued
Japanese authorities did not issue a tsunami warning after the earthquake. Initial reports did not indicate any major damage or loss of life. The United States Geological Survey also placed the event in a category with a low likelihood of casualties and economic losses.
Japan lies in the Pacific Ocean’s “Ring of Fire” region, where earthquakes occur frequently due to the movement of several tectonic plates. The country has strict building standards and special disaster management arrangements to deal with earthquakes. Even so, authorities and citizens must remain alert when strong earthquakes occur.
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