Japan hit by 155 quakes since Monday: meteorological office

Since Monday, Japan has been struck by a total of 155 earthquakes, as reported by the Japan Meteorological Office. Among them, a powerful 7.6-magnitude quake and several others measuring over 6 on the Richter scale have been recorded. According to...

By AFP | Updated: Jan 02, 2024, 02.37 PM IST

Japan Earthquake: At least six dead; damage ‘extensive’, says PM Kishida

Tokyo: Japan has been hit since Monday by 155 earthquakes including a 7.6-magnitude jolt and another over 6, the Japan Meteorological Office said.

Most of the quakes had a magnitude greater than 3 and while the strength has gradually moderated, six strong jolts were still felt early Tuesday, the JMA said.

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