5.7 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Central Japan, Leaving Dozens Injured
A powerful earthquake struck central Japan, causing injuries and infrastructure damage, while officials confirmed the safety of local nuclear facilities.
An earthquake measuring 5.7 on the Richter scale struck central Japan early Sunday morning. The Japan Meteorological Agency identified the epicenter of the quake in the western part of Shizuoka Prefecture.
The seismic activity resulted in more than twenty injuries across Aichi and Shizuoka prefectures.
Local authorities reported material damage, including shattered glass facades on several buildings, as well as disruptions and delays to train services.
Regarding public safety, authorities did not issue any tsunami warnings. Furthermore, Chubu Electric Power Company confirmed that no irregularities were detected at the Hamaoka nuclear power plant.