Afghanistan, April 27 -- A 6.2 magnitude earthquake strikes Hokkaido, Japan, with no tsunami warning issued as authorities assess potential damage and risks.
A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck Hokkaido early Monday, shaking parts of northern Japan, authorities said, with no immediate reports of major damage or casualties.
According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the quake occurred at 5:23 a.m. local time at a depth of about 83 kilometers, with its magnitude later revised from an initial 6.1 to 6.2.
Officials said no tsunami warning had been issued, but assessments were ongoing to determine the extent of any damage, while residents reported noticeable shaking across the region.
Japan is located along the Pacific Ring of Fire, one of ...