Magnitude 5.7 earthquake hits central Japan, injures 24
A 5.7‑magnitude quake struck western Shizuoka Prefecture early Sunday, injuring at least 24 people and prompting a warning from the Japan Meteorological Agency.
Key points
- The quake struck at 1:04 a.m. local time on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
- Its epicenter was in western Shizuoka Prefecture with a preliminary depth of 41 km.
- The Japan Meteorological Agency reported at least 24 injuries.
- The event was classified as a magnitude 5.7 earthquake.
- The quake was felt across central Japan.
A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck central Japan early on Sunday, November 8, 2026, injuring at least 24 people.
The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) reported the quake occurred at 1:04 a.m. local time, with its epicenter in western Shizuoka Prefecture and a preliminary depth of 41 kilometers (25 mi). The United States US US ...
Your questions, answered
When did the earthquake occur in Japan?
The earthquake struck at 1:04 a.m. local time on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
How many people were injured?
At least 24 people were injured according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.
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