Japan: Moderate earthquake strikes off coast of Tokyo June 24

Event

A 5.1-mangitude earthquake hit off the coast of central Honshu's Kanto region around 09:11 (local time) Monday, June 24. No tsunami warning was issued; there were no immediate reports of damage. The quake had an epicenter 40 km (25 mi) deep and was located about 90 km (56 mi) south of downtown Tokyo and 7.5 km (4.6 mi) off the coast of Chiba prefecture. Further aftershocks are possible in the coming hours and days.

Advice

Individuals in the affected area are advised to monitor the situation and be prepared for aftershocks.

In the event of aftershocks, individuals are advised to protect themselves as much as possible from falling debris if indoors (e.g. under a table), move away from windows, and not attempt to leave a building unless there is an immediate danger. If outdoors, move away from tall buildings, utility wires, and streetlights.