Strong earthquake measuring 6.1 on the Richter scale was recorded at 7:25 a.m. local time on Sunday in northeastern Japan. The epicenter was located off the coast of Iwate Prefecture, while the focal depth was estimated at 40 kilometers.

It was felt over a wide area

The earthquake was felt across a large area of northern Japan, causing concern among residents. However, the relevant authorities did not issue a tsunami warning, as it was determined that there was no such risk.

So far, there have been no reports of casualties, injuries, or serious property damage, while initial assessments by the authorities indicate limited impact from the tremor.

Authorities are monitoring the situation

Japanese authorities continue to monitor the situation, as the country is located in one of the most seismically active regions on the planet. Although the earthquake was particularly strong, the situation so far does not appear to have caused significant problems in the affected areas.