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A major earthquake occurred in Japan
Photo: ReutersAn earthquake of magnitude 6.2 occurred in Japan on Monday, Interfax reports, citing local media.
According to Japanese seismologists, there is no threat of a tsunami. The epicenter of the tremors was located in Tochigi Prefecture. The earthquake, which lasted about 30 seconds, was also felt by residents of Tokyo.
According to the NHK television channel , no serious damage was recorded. Nuclear power plants located near the epicenter of the earthquake were not damaged.