TOKYO — A significant earthquake hit Japan’s north-central Noto region late on Tuesday, an area still in the process of recovering from a devastating quake earlier this year. Fortunately, officials confirmed that there was no risk of a tsunami following this seismic event.

According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the earthquake registered a magnitude of 6.4, with its epicenter located just offshore of the Noto Peninsula at a depth of approximately 10 kilometers (6.2 miles). The United States Geological Survey reported a slightly lower magnitude of 6.1 for the same quake. Thankfully, there have been no immediate reports of injuries or significant property damage as a result of this latest tremor.

The region had already faced significant challenges when a powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck on January 1, resulting in over 370 fatalities and extensive damage to infrastructure, including roads.

Japan’s NHK public television reported that there were no irregularities noted at the nuclear power facility located on the northern tip of the Noto Peninsula. While two reactors at the Shika nuclear power plant were previously shut down and experienced minor damage during the quake, authorities assured that there was no radiation leak. This incident has reignited discussions surrounding nuclear safety and the emergency response capabilities in the area, highlighting concerns that remain post-disaster.