Japan earthquake injures dozens
TOKYO: A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck near Tokyo early Sunday, injuring at least 37 people and disrupting travel in the bustling megacity.
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake hit near Tokyo early Sunday, causing at least 37 injuries and disrupting transportation in the city. The quake rattled buildings and triggered public alerts throughout Tokyo and surrounding areas. The Japan Meteorological Agency confirmed the quake occurred in southern Ibaraki Prefecture at 2am local time Saturday, with a depth of 68 kilometers.
The US Geological Survey reported a slightly lower magnitude of 5.8. At least one elderly woman in Yokohama fell and injured her hip after attempting to get out of bed during the quake. Regional trains in Tokyo were affected on Sunday morning, and a building in Saitama sustained minor damage. Authorities are examining whether a burst water main in the capital was quake-related.
The weather agency cautioned of heightened landslide risk due to the quake's potential to destabilize soil, following heavy rain on Saturday.
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