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Strong earthquake hits central Japan; over 20 people hurt

A 5.7 magnitude earthquake shook central Japan today. More than 20 people have been reported injured so far.


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Map showing the central region of Japan where the earthquake occurred.

By John Doe
Reporting from Japan
Nov. 8, 2026, 11:03 a.m. - 1 day, 6 hours ago

A strong earthquake hit central Japan today. Experts say it had a magnitude of 5.7.

Because of the shaking, more than 20 people have been hurt.

The Japanese meteorological agency reported the quake. Rescue teams and officials are currently checking the area to see if there is any serious damage to buildings or homes.

For now, the most important news is that many people are injured. We will keep you updated as we learn more about what is happening on the ground.

Source: Al Jazeera


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