Japan's Tokara islands hit by 900 earthquakes in two weeks
Briefly

The Tokara island chain in southern Japan has experienced over 900 earthquakes in the past two weeks, alarming residents and leaving them sleep-deprived. The Japan Meteorological Agency is unable to predict when the seismic activity will cease. Residents are advised to prepare for possible shelter or evacuation as stronger quakes may occur. Reports highlight a peak of 183 quakes in one day, with varying daily counts thereafter. The seismic activity has been intense since June 21, and a major quake was recorded recently.
The Tokara island chain has experienced over 900 earthquakes in two weeks, causing sleeplessness and fear among residents. The Japan Meteorological Agency does not know when the quakes will cease.
Residents should prepare to take shelter or evacuate, as the area may be hit by even stronger quakes, after a magnitude 5.5 quake was registered.
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