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Moderate Earthquake Strikes Hokkaido, Japan’s Second Largest Island
On Sunday, Hokkaido, Japan’s second largest island, experienced a 4.9 magnitude earthquake, located 110 kilometers from Aomori, with its epicenter at a depth of 90 kilometers off Tomakomai’s coast.
A significant earthquake registering 4.9 on the Richter scale occurred on Hokkaido, the second largest island of Japan, as reported by the European-Mediterranean Seismological Institute. The seismic event took place approximately 110 kilometers, or 68 miles, from the city of Aomori. Its epicenter was located at a depth of 90 kilometers, or 56 miles, offshore from Tomakomai in Iburi Prefecture.
In summary, Hokkaido experienced a 4.9 magnitude earthquake that raised concerns due to its proximity to populated areas. The depth and location of the quake off the coast were crucial factors in assessing its potential impact.
Original Source: sarajevotimes.com
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