Over 20 injured in Japan earthquake
In Japan, more than 20 people were injured following an earthquake with a magnitude of 5.7. In Aichi Prefecture, 12 injured individuals were hospitalized; train services resumed with delays.
The earthquake occurred on November 8 at 1:04 in Shizuoka Prefecture. Its magnitude was 5.7, with the epicenter located at a depth of 41 kilometers. The strongest tremors—5 on the Japanese seven-point scale—were recorded in Aichi, Nagano, Gifu, and Shizuoka prefectures.
According to Fuji Television Network, at least 22 people were injured in Aichi. Twelve of them sustained injuries from falls, including from stairs, and were taken to hospitals.
Train services were temporarily halted to check for safety. After the inspection, services resumed, though trains are running with delays.
The government is assessing the scale of the earthquake's aftermath.
