10 Sep 2023 | 03:28 PM UTC
Japan: A magnitude-5.2 offshore earthquake occurs in the Ryukyu Islands region at around 00:02 Sept. 11
A magnitude-5.2 offshore earthquake occurs in Ryukyu Islands, Japan, at around 00:02 Sept. 11. No immediate reports of damage or injuries.
Event
A magnitude-5.2 earthquake occurred in Ryukyu Islands region at 00:02 Sept. 11. The epicenter was about 258 km (160 miles) south of Kagoshima. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 28 km (17 miles), and shaking was probably felt throughout the Ryukyu Islands and southern Kyushu regions. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties as a result of the earthquake. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Aftershocks are likely over the coming days. The event has not prompted any tsunami advisories.
Officials may temporarily shut down transportation infrastructure in the tremor zone to check for damage. Minor disruptions could occur during shutdowns, but service will likely resume quickly if no damage is found. Utility outages are possible, particularly near the earthquake's epicenter.
Advice
Out of an abundance of caution, consider vacating multistory buildings where shaking occurred until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Monitor and plan for aftershocks.
