Magnitude 6.2 quake rattles northern Japan with no reported damage or tsunami warning

Published on 27 April 2026

It hit Hokkaido after last week’s megaquake fears

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck Hokkaido in northern Japan early Monday, sending tremors across the region. Authorities reported no damage or injuries and did not issue tsunami warnings. The quake comes days after a larger temblor triggered concerns about potential megaquakes, keeping residents and officials on alert.

6.2 magnitude quake hit Hokkaido early Monday
No damage or injuries reported so far
No tsunami warnings were issued
Followed last week’s larger quake fears

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Magnitude 6.2 quake rattles northern Japan with no reported damage or tsunami warning

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