5.7 magnitude earthquake hits central Japan, 22 injured

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Japan: A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Japan early on Sunday, November 8, leaving at least 22 people injured and causing damage to shops and buildings.

The earthquake occurred at around 1:04 am local time, with its epicentre in western Shizuoka Prefecture at a depth of approximately 40 kilometres.

The strongest shaking was recorded in Chita city in neighbouring Aichi Prefecture, where the intensity reached the upper 5 level on Japan’s seismic intensity scale. Tremors were also felt across several nearby regions, including Nagano, Gifu, Kyoto and Nara.

Japanese television footage showed shattered shop windows, broken glass scattered across streets and books thrown off shelves inside a bookstore.

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Some people were injured after falling while trying to escape buildings during the tremors. Smaller aftershocks were also reported.

Authorities confirmed that there was no tsunami threat following the earthquake. The Japanese government established an emergency response office to assess the damage and coordinate relief efforts.

Meanwhile, the Japan Meteorological Agency has advised residents to remain alert for possible strong aftershocks over the coming week, particularly during the next two to three days. Shinkansen bullet trains in the affected areas are also operating at reduced speeds as a precaution.

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