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5.9 magnitude earthquake shakes Japan, injuring 37 near Tokyo
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5.9 magnitude earthquake shakes Japan, injuring 37 near Tokyo

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A 5.9 magnitude earthquake struck near Tokyo, Japan, early Sunday morning, injuring at least 37 people.
  • The quake occurred in southern Ibaraki Prefecture at a depth of 68 kilometers, with strong tremors felt in Tokyo and surrounding areas.
  • Transportation services were disrupted, and authorities are investigating minor damage to a building and a potential water main break.

A moderate earthquake measuring 5.9 on the Richter scale jolted areas near Tokyo early Sunday, leaving at least 37 people with minor injuries and disrupting transportation services across the metropolitan region.

The Japan Meteorological Agency reported the earthquake originated in southern Ibaraki Prefecture at a depth of 68 kilometers. Strong tremors were felt in Tokyo and its vicinity, prompting the disaster warning system to issue announcements and send notifications to residents' smartphones. The U.S. Geological Survey estimated the magnitude at 5.8.

Authorities are assessing the impact, with reports of minor damage to a building in Saitama, north of Tokyo. Investigations are also underway to determine if a burst water main in a Tokyo neighborhood is linked to the seismic activity.

Following heavy rainfall on Saturday, the Japan Meteorological Agency warned of an increased risk of landslides due to loosened soil from the earthquake. The agency also cautioned that strong aftershocks could occur in the coming days.

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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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