Japan: Magnitude-6.1 earthquake strikes in the Sea of Japan west of Honshu Sept. 29

Event

A magnitude-6.1 earthquake struck in the Sea of Japan, west of central Honshu, Japan, at around 17:37 Sept. 29 The epicenter was about 241 km (150 miles) north-northwest of Nanao, Ishikawa Prefecture. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 367 km (228 miles), but reports indicate that light shaking was felt as far away as Tokyo and Sendai. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments in remote areas. Light aftershocks are likely over the coming days. Officials have not issued 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

Plan accordingly for aftershocks. Consider vacating multistory buildings if operating in affected areas until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Allow additional time for air and road travel, as aftershocks may prompt brief disruptions. Seek updated information on road conditions before driving in hilly areas in the affected region due to potential landslides.