M7.1 Earthquake, Hyuganada Sea, E of Kyushu coast

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A significant earthquake measuring M 7.1 struck the Hyuganada Sea near Japan on August 8, 2024, at a depth of 25.0 km. This event has been followed by an aftershock of M 5.4 located 7 km WSW of Miyazaki, occurring later the same day at a depth of 19.5 km. Additional aftershocks ranging from magnitudes 4.3 to 4.8 have also been reported. Experts express concern that the M 7.1 quake may be a precursor to a larger seismic event, prompting the issuance of Japan's first-ever megaquake warning. The situation is being closely monitored as the potential for further significant seismic activity remains.
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M 7.1 - 2024 Hyuganada Sea, Japan Earthquake​

https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us6000nith/executive
  • 2024-08-08 07:42:55 (UTC)
  • 31.719°N 131.527°E
  • 25.0 km depth
  • Interactive Map
An aftershock

M 5.4 - 7 km WSW of Miyazaki, Japan​

https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us6000niy6/executive
  • 2024-08-08 19:23:33 (UTC)
  • 31.888°N 131.341°E
  • 19.5 km depth
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There have been several aftershocks between 4.3-4.8 Mag. There is concern that the M7.1 is a precursor to a larger quake.

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/arti...e-warning-issued-in-japan-after-kyushu-tremor

https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/08/09/japan/society/kyushu-earthquake-reactions/

https://apnews.com/article/japan-earthquake-tsunami-advisory-a4fe5ee1b2b347874780c3319c03561a
 
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Astronuc said:
There is concern that the M7.1 is a precursor to a larger quake.
Yikes!
 

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