Southern Japan Rocked by Powerful 7.1 Magnitude Earthquake

Japan Earthquake: A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 struck the island of Kyushu in southern Japan on Thursday, prompting immediate concern. Initially reported by Japanese public broadcaster NHK as a 6.9 magnitude quake, the tremor was later confirmed by the Japan Meteorological Agency. The quake’s epicenter was located off Kyushu’s eastern coast, at a depth of approximately 30 kilometers.

The seismic event triggered a tsunami, which has already made landfall in the western Miyazaki prefecture, as reported by NHK. In response to the quake, the Japanese government swiftly established a special task force, though early assessments indicate no major damage.

Japan, renowned for its strict building regulations, is one of the most seismically active regions in the world, experiencing roughly 1,500 tremors each year. While most of these are minor, the impact can vary significantly depending on the quake’s location and depth.

With a population of around 125 million, Japan’s preparedness for such events is critical, ensuring that even powerful earthquakes cause minimal harm to life and infrastructure.