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Japan Earthquake: Magnitude 6.8 off East Coast of Honshu
May 7, 2008 | USGS Earthquake Hazards Program

A large earthquake occurred off the east coast of Honshu, Japan. USGS reports a preliminary magnitude of 6.8 and their shakemap estimates intensity VII effects in areas of the coastline near the epicenter. It occurred at 1:45 local time and was preceded by smaller earthquakes.


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