06 Feb 2024 | 09:49 PM UTC
Japan: Magnitude-5.1 earthquake occurs off western coast of Honshu at around 06:08 Feb. 7
Magnitude-5.1 earthquake occurs off western coast of Honshu, Japan, at around 06:08 Feb. 7. No immediate reports of damage or injuries.
A magnitude-5.1 earthquake occurred off the western coast of Honshu at around 06:08 Feb. 7. The epicenter was about 77 km (48 miles) northeast of Anamizu, Japan. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 6 km (4 miles), and light shaking was probably felt in parts of Honshu. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties as a result of the earthquake; significant damage is unlikely. 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 where shaking occurred.
Out of an abundance of caution, consider vacating multistory buildings where shaking occurred until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Monitor and plan for aftershocks.
