A 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit off the eastern part of Japan's northern island of Hokkaido on Saturday, with no tsunami warning issued. Hokkaido had also experienced a 5.1 magnitude earthquake earlier in the week on Monday.
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| Japan's Hokkaido Hit by Second Major Earthquake in One Week |
WA International: On Saturday, an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 occurred in the eastern region of Hokkaido, which is one of the main islands of Japan. The United States Geological Survey, an organization that monitors seismic activity around the world, reported this earthquake. The earthquake's epicenter was located off the Nemuro peninsula, an area known for its seismic activity.
The earthquake's depth was recorded at 61 kilometers (38 miles) by the National Research Institute for Earth Science and Disaster Resilience, which is a Japanese government organization that monitors earthquakes and other natural disasters. This depth is considered deep for an earthquake, and it is one of the reasons why a tsunami warning was not issued.
Despite the earthquake's strength, authorities did not issue a tsunami warning, indicating that the earthquake was not strong enough to trigger significant waves. This is a relief, considering the devastating effects that tsunamis can have on coastal communities.
It is worth noting that this earthquake occurred just a few days after another earthquake with a magnitude of 5.1 struck Hokkaido on Monday. The region is known for its seismic activity, and earthquakes are relatively common. However, Japan has implemented strict building codes and disaster management protocols to help minimize the impact of these natural disasters.
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