5.9 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Japan Today: What We Know

An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.9 struck off eastern Hokkaido in northern Japan early Saturday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said. Officials confirmed there was no threat of a tsunami.

The agency said the quake occurred southeast of the Nemuro Peninsula at a depth of about 25 miles around 1:40 a.m. local time. It registered lower 5 on Japan’s seismic intensity scale of 7 in parts of Hokkaido.

The Fire and Disaster Management Agency issued an emergency alert at the time of the quake, predicting strong shaking in the area. The government established a liaison office at the prime minister’s office to coordinate the response.

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This article includes reporting by the Associated Press.