On Monday around midday, a 5.4 magnitude quake was registered close to Yamada, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor, which struck the area at 03:00 UTC (13:00 local time), was centered roughly 101 km east-southeast of Yamada. It occurred at a depth of 10 km. Seismologists first reported it as a 5.5 event, but later downgraded it to 5.4.

Did you feel it?

You can let the USGS know if you noticed the earthquake by filling out their Felt Report form.

Impact and estimated losses

Green alert for shaking-related fatalities and economic losses. 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 heavy wood frame and reinforced/confined masonry construction.

Tremors last week

Over the last week, there have been seven tremors with a magnitude 5.5 or higher centered nearby. The largest, measuring 6.8, occurred in the same region one day ago.

Last week’s five largest nearby quakes:

• 6.8, east of Yamada on Nov. 9
• 6.4, east of Yamada on Nov. 9
• 5.9, east of Yamada on Nov. 9
• 5.7, east of Miyako on Nov. 9
• 5.6, east of Yamada on Nov. 9

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey