Local fire department officials reported that an earthquake struck Saitama City, Japan, leaving at least two people injured.
The initial information emerged as the emergency alert system was activated for the affected area. Rescue teams are approaching the scene to assist victims and assess the extent of the damage.
Authorities continue to monitor the situation, while the meteorological agency warned of the risk of aftershocks and associated phenomena such as landslides or infrastructure damage. Detailed information about the earthquake's magnitude and the broader affected areas is still being clarified.
