A 5.8 magnitude quake occurred close to Toride on Saturday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor jolted the area at 17:00 UTC (02:00 local time). It occurred at a depth of 61 km with the epicenter roughly 4 km north of Toride.

Did you feel it?

If you noticed the earthquake, you can share your observations using the USGS Felt Report form. The agency has so far received 71 reports via its online form from people who indicate they felt moderate to strong shaking. According to the USGS DYFI report, residents in cities including Zushi, Yamato, Musashimurayama, Chōfu and Kawasaki reported experiencing the quake.

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 heavy wood frame and reinforced/confined masonry construction.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey