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Post by : Rameen Ariff
A mild tremor shook Japan late Sunday night as a 5.1-magnitude earthquake occurred about 144 kilometers east of Yamada, situated in the Iwate Prefecture. The event took place at 22:04 GMT, with its epicenter located at a depth of 10 kilometers, based on geological data.
The coordinates indicate the quake was near 39.36°N latitude and 143.62°E longitude, in a region that is closely monitored due to Japan's location along the seismically active Pacific Ring of Fire. Fortunately, authorities have reported no immediate signs of damage or injuries within the coastal areas nearby.
Residents in Iwate and adjacent prefectures felt the quake, but there were no tsunami alerts. Emergency services remain vigilant as a precaution; however, daily life and transport have not been disrupted.
Japan’s sophisticated earthquake detection and preparedness systems play a vital role in minimizing the impact of such natural occurrences. Seismologists are actively watching the area for any potential aftershocks, though none have been documented so far.
The occurrence of this 5.1-magnitude quake emphasizes Japan's ongoing commitment to improving infrastructure safety and community readiness for frequent seismic events.
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