5.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Ishikawa - Japan

On 20 June, an earthquake of 5.0 magnitude struck Suzu city, Ishikawa prefecture at 10:31 hours. No tsunami warning was issued. No injuries were reported. A 5.4 magnitude earthquake struck the region around 15:00 hours on 19 June leaving 6 people injured. Tremors were felt in Niigata and Toyama prefectures as well.

Advice

Currently, bullet train services remain unaffected. Authorities have cautioned people in the affected areas of more earthquakes within a week. Aftershocks are possible after a major earthquake. Follow the advice of local authorities. If planning to travel to the area of the earthquake damage, be prepared for damage to infrastructure and disrupted transportation and communication systems.