A 5.5 magnitude quake hit close to Hasaki on Saturday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

A tremor jolted the area at 11:07 UTC (20:07 local time). The earthquake’s epicenter was approximately 74 km northeast of Hasaki and occurred at a depth of 32 km.

Did you feel it?

If you felt the quake, you can share your experience using the USGS Felt Report form. The agency has received 20 responses on its online form so far, from people reporting they experienced weak shaking. The USGS DYFI report shows that residents in a few cities, including Higashimurayama and Tokyo, felt the tremor.

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