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M6.3 Miyagi Offshore Quake Shakes Towns, No Tsunami

5/15/2026

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  • The Japan Meteorological Agency recorded a magnitude-6.3 earthquake off Miyagi Prefecture at 8:22 p.m. on May 15 2026.
  • The quake’s hypocenter was at latitude 38.9° N, longitude 142.1° E, 50 km deep.
  • Seismic intensity reached lower-5 in Tome City and Osaki City and level 2 in Tokyo, causing dishes and books to fall from shelves in the Miyagi towns.
  • Authorities issued no tsunami warning and reported no immediate injuries or damage.