Fukushima Prefecture experiences magnitude 2.4 earthquake, no tsunami threat

On July 14, 2026, at approximately 05:46 a.m. local time, an earthquake with a magnitude of 2.4 struck the Aizu area of Fukushima Prefecture, Japan. The quake’s hypocenter was about 10 km deep and produced a maximum observed intensity of Shindo 2 across the prefecture. Weather‑news services reported that the tremor caused no damage and there was no risk of a tsunami.

No injuries or infrastructure impacts were reported, and authorities indicated that the event was minor and localized.