Over 20 Injured After 5.7 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Central Japan

Japan: On Sunday, November 8, a 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Japan in the morning. The powerful jolt left at least 22 people injured.

The incident occurred at around 1.04 am local time, with its epicentre in the western part of Shizuoka Prefecture at a depth of approximately 40 km, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA).

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The tremor was felt in several areas. Videos from the spots shows shop window shattering, prompting people to flee.  There is no Tsunami warning so far.

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