Over 180 quakes logged near Tokara island chain in southwestern Japan

KYODO NEWS - 36 minutes ago - 13:21 | All, Japan
The weather agency said Monday it has observed over 180 earthquakes near the Tokara island chain in southwestern Japan over the weekend, urging residents to stay alert for a strong tremblor.
A quake measuring 4 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale of 7 occurred twice Sunday and once early Monday on Akuseki Island in the island chain in Kagoshima Prefecture, the Japan Meteorological Agency said.
Jolts with an epicenter near the island chain have been frequently observed since Saturday, according to the agency.
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