A 6.1 magnitude quake slammed close to Sarabetsu on Sunday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor struck the area at 20:23 UTC (05:23 local time). It occurred at a depth of 81 km with the epicenter about 24 km west-northwest of Sarabetsu.

Did you feel it?

If you noticed the earthquake, you can share your observations using the USGS Felt Report form. 19 people have submitted responses through the agency’s online form, saying they experienced weak to light shaking. Residents reported feeling the quake in a couple of cities, including Sapporo and Nakashibetsu, according to the USGS DYFI report.

Impact and estimated losses

The USGS categorized this as a Green Alert, which means there is a low likelihood of casualties and damage. Recent earthquakes in this area have caused secondary hazards such as landslides and fires that might have contributed to losses.

Structure information summary
Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are resistant to earthquake shaking, though vulnerable structures exist. The predominant vulnerable building types are adobe block and unreinforced brick with mud construction.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey