https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/m5-9-quake-hits-eastern-japan-including-tokyo-dozens-injuredContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/m5-9-quake-hits-eastern-japan-including-tokyo-dozens-injuredhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/m5-9-quake-hits-eastern-japan-including-tokyo-dozens-injured#u47941Tue, 25 Aug 2026 06:01:50 +0000A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck eastern Japan, causing a strong jolt in Tokyo and surrounding areas. At least 37 people were injured during the event. Authorities did not issue a tsunami alert. An early warning system alerted 37 million phones in Tokyo before shaking reached Ibaraki. Officials have issued warnings that similar shaking may occur over the next week.Why it mattersThe Kanto region is a high-density urban area where even moderate quakes can cause significant disruption. Frequent seismic activity in eastern Japan necessitates the use of large-scale early warning systems to mitigat