Central Japan Experiences 5.7 Magnitude Quake, Aftershock Warnings Issued

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Published: 2026-11-08
Category: weather
Source: Al Jazeera
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A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck western Shizuoka Prefecture in central Japan, injuring at least 24 people and causing infrastructure damage. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) has issued warnings for strong aftershocks over the next week, with heightened risk in the initial 2-3 days. Residents are also advised to watch for mudslides and falling rocks, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in the affected region.

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