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Magnitude 5.7 earthquake hits central Japan, dozens injured

Times of India Nov 08, 2026 at 05:27 AM IST
Magnitude 5.7 earthquake hits central Japan,...

AI summary

A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck central Japan early Sunday, injuring dozens and prompting the government to establish an emergency response office. The tremor originated in Shizuoka Prefecture and caused significant shaking across multiple neighboring regions without generating a tsunami threat.

Key takeaways

  • Dozens of people were injured by the magnitude 5.7 earthquake in central Japan.
  • The epicenter was located in western Shizuoka Prefecture at a depth of 40 kilometers.
  • Japanese authorities established a liaison office to coordinate the emergency response efforts.
  • The Japan Meteorological Agency confirmed the earthquake posed no tsunami threat.
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