Key Facts
• On July 3, 4:00 PM, a magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck Akusekijima, Tokara Islands.
• The earthquake registered a seismic intensity of 6 lower; no tsunami was observed.
• Since June 21, 1,079 earthquakes of intensity 1 or higher have been recorded.
• This was the strongest earthquake recorded in the area to date.
• All 76 residents of Akusekijima were confirmed safe by Toshima Village officials.
• As of July 4, 13 residents will evacuate the island via ferry.
Summary
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck Akusekijima in the Tokara Islands on July 3, registering a seismic intensity of 6 lower. No tsunami was triggered. This marks the strongest earthquake in a series of 1,079 tremors recorded since June 21. Toshima Village officials confirmed the safety of all 76 residents. On July 4, 13 residents will evacuate the island via ferry as a precautionary measure.
