World · Malaysia Bureau
Strong 6.1-magnitude earthquake strikes off Tokyo coast
A moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 struck in shallow waters off Japan's Kanto region on Tuesday evening. Authorities have not issued a tsunami warning following the tremor.
LSN Malaysia ·
The earthquake occurred at 7:39 p.m. local time in the sea off the coast of the Kanto region, which includes Tokyo and surrounding prefectures. The Japan Meteorological Agency confirmed the magnitude-6.1 reading for the shallow-depth quake.
No tsunami alert was issued in the aftermath of the tremor, according to official statements. The Kanto region, home to Japan's capital and millions of residents, is situated in one of the world's most seismically active zones.
Details regarding any damage or disruptions caused by the earthquake were not immediately available. Japanese authorities maintain comprehensive earthquake and tsunami monitoring systems throughout the archipelago to rapidly assess threats following seismic events.