A 5.7-magnitude tremor impacted central Japan during the early hours of Sunday, reported the Japan Meteorological Agency. Local news outlets are confirming dozens of citizens sustained injuries during the shaking. TOKYO — A strong earthquake with a preliminary reading of magnitude 5.7 struck central Japan early Sunday, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.
Impact and Aftermath
- The seismic activity heavily affected regions surrounding Aichi Prefecture.
- Several smaller aftershocks were recorded following the initial event.
