5.1-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Northern Japan: USGS

5.1-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Northern Japan: USGS
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Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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A 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Shizunai, Japan, on Friday, according to U.S. officials.

The temblor hit about 16 miles from the town, located on Japan’s northern Hokkaido island, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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