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At least 20 people were injured due to an earthquake that struck Japan.

Earthquake Strikes Central Japan, Injuring at Least 20

A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck central Japan on Sunday, injuring at least 20 people. Residents in Aichi and Shizuoka prefectures felt the tremor.

Seismic Activity Recorded

Japanese authorities reported that the earthquake registered a seismic intensity of five in parts of Aichi, Nagano, and Gifu prefectures. They confirmed that no tsunami warning was issued following the quake.

Impact on Transportation

The earthquake disrupted some local train services. Authorities reduced the speed of other trains as a precautionary measure to ensure passenger safety, according to Kyodo News.

Ongoing Damage Assessment

Japanese authorities continue to assess the damage and monitor conditions in the affected areas. The country frequently experiences seismic activity due to its location within the Pacific Ring of Fire.

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