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A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s northernmost island of Hokkaido on Sunday, but there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
No tsunami warning was issued. There were no reports of problems at nuclear plants in the area, or of power outages or bullet trains operating in northern Japan.
The quake, which struck at 6:54 p.m., had a depth of 136 kilometers (85 miles) and struck the southwestern part…
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A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s northernmost island of Hokkaido on Sunday, but there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
No tsunami warning was issued. There were no reports of problems at nuclear plants in the area, or of power outages or bullet trains operating in northern Japan.
The Japan Meteorological Agency said the quake, which occurred at 6:54 p.m., had a depth of 136 kilometers and struck the southwestern part of Hokkaido.
The agency said the quake shook most parts of the island, including the cities of Chitose and Atsumacho. The report warned people of the need to monitor strong earthquakes that may occur during the next few days, as well as landslides.
Hokkaido HTB News reported that local train and subway services were delayed, and a section of the highway was temporarily closed. News footage showed a screen hanging from the ceiling of Hokkaido airport, swaying slightly due to the vibration. A resident told the broadcaster that the tremor lasted about 20 to 30 seconds.
Parts of the northern island of Honshu, the largest island in the country where Tokyo is located, have also come under concern. Tokyo was not affected.
Japan is one of the most earthquake-prone countries in the world.
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