23.08.2026 09:31
In the 5.8 magnitude earthquake that occurred in eastern Japan, more than 20 people were injured in Tokyo and its surroundings. While transportation disruptions were experienced, authorities warned of aftershocks of similar intensity for 2-3 days.
It was reported that more than 20 people were injured in the 5.8 magnitude earthquake that occurred in eastern Japan yesterday.
According to Kyodo news agency, officials made a statement regarding the earthquake that occurred in the east of the country.
Officials stated that more than 20 people were injured in the capital Tokyo and surrounding areas due to the 5.8 magnitude earthquake.
WARNING ABOUT AFTERSHOCKS
Officials, who stated that there were disruptions in transportation after the earthquake, noted that some train services started with delays and trains on some lines were operating at low speed.
In a statement made by the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), a warning was issued that tremors of similar intensity could be experienced within 2 to 3 days after the earthquake.
In a statement made yesterday by the United States Geological Survey (USGS), it was reported that the epicenter of the 5.8 magnitude earthquake that occurred in Japan was 4 kilometers northwest of Toride city. In a statement made by JMA, it was reported that the magnitude of the earthquake was 5.9.