Powerful Earthquake Hits Western Japan, No Tsunami Alert

Western Japan was shaken by a series of earthquakes on Tuesday morning, the largest reaching a magnitude of 6.2. This seismic event was focused in the Shimane and Tottori Prefectures.

The first tremor was recorded at 10:18 a.m. JST with a magnitude of 6.2 at a depth of about 10 kilometers, resulting in an upper 5 rating on Japan's earthquake intensity scale. A subsequent shock of magnitude 5.1 soon followed, marked at a lower 5. The lengthy and swaying tremors were widely experienced, with smaller shocks occurring until late in the morning.

According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, there is no threat of a tsunami; however, it advises caution as there may be similarly intense tremors for about a week, especially in the next few days.

Landslide and Falling Rock Warnings

Authorities have alerted residents about potential landslides and falling rocks in areas most affected by the quakes.

Fortunately, no injuries have been reported so far. Electricity providers in the region have not identified any irregularities following the earthquakes. Bullet train services were briefly interrupted, and surveillance cameras highlighted the visible shaking of buildings.

Geographical Impact

The most intense vibrations were recorded in places like Matsue and Yasugi in Shimane Prefecture, as well as Sakaiminato and neighboring regions in Tottori Prefecture.

Lesser yet noticeable effects of the earthquake extended into broader areas of western Japan, including cities such as Okayama, Hiroshima, Kagawa, and Ehime.