Magnitude 6.1 earthquake hits off Japan's Iwate coast, no tsunami warning issued
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck off the northeastern coast of Japan near Iwate Prefecture early on Sunday morning, shaking parts of the region and nearby prefectures. The quake hit at 7:25 am local time at a depth of about 40 km, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. No tsunami warning was issued, and there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties.The tremor was felt in Aomori Prefecture and other nearby areas, extending the impact beyond the immediate offshore epicentre. Officials said the earthquake occurred off the coast of Iwate Prefecture, which lies on Japan's Pacific side and is regularly... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Jun 2026 04:32 LONDON
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