Magnitude 5.7 earthquake hits central Japan injuring at least 20 people
The tremor occurred in the early hours of Sunday with its epicentre located in western Shizuoka Prefecture.
At least 20 people sustained injuries after a magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck central Japan in the early hours of Sunday, according to Times Now.
The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) reported that the tremor occurred at 01:04 local time. The epicentre was situated in western Shizuoka Prefecture at a depth of approximately 40km.
The highest level of shaking, registered as upper 5 on the seismic intensity scale, was recorded in Chita, Aichi Prefecture. Parts of Gifu, Nagano, and Aichi prefectures also experienced lower 5 intensity.
The earthquake was felt across a broad area near Aichi, and the JMA stated there is no risk of a tsunami. Smaller aftershocks have followed the initial tremor.
The Japanese government has established a liaison office to coordinate the response to the earthquake.