According to the China Earthquake Networks, a 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck off the southern coast of Honshu, Japan, on Feb. 26 at 13:53 (local time). The earthquake originated at a depth of 400 kilometers, with its epicenter located at latitude 33.50° N and longitude 136.40° E.
The nearest major city within 200 kilometers of the epicenter is Osaka, approximately 153 kilometers away. Additionally, the average elevation within 5 kilometers of the epicenter is about -2060 meters below sea level. This earthquake occurred at a significant depth, which may mitigate surface effects, but the region remains under observation for any aftershocks.
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