A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck the Japanese island of Hokkaido on Saturday, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), but no tsunami warning was issued.
The telluric movement occurred at 10:27 a.m., at a depth of about 27 miles (43 kilometers), according to the USGS, and was felt in the coastal cities of Kushiro and Nemuro.
Major Japanese media did not immediately report casualties or property damage.
An expert warned on NHK public television that residents should remain vigilant for a week in case of aftershocks.
Earthquakes are common in Japan, located on the so-called “Ring of Fire,” an arc of intense seismic activity that stretches through Southeast Asia and the Pacific basin.
The country has strict building codes to ensure buildings can withstand high-intensity vibrations and routinely holds emergency drills to prepare for a major shock.
Source: Eluniverso
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