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The Mainichi
a day ago
- Climate
- The Mainichi
Recent quakes in southeast Hokkaido not precursor to big one, but JMA urges preparedness
TOKYO -- The northernmost prefecture of Hokkaido has seen a series of earthquakes registering 4 on Japan's 7-point seismic intensity scale since mid-May. While the country's weather body says these temblors are not large enough to trigger others, it is urging residents to regularly check their preparedness amid concern over a potential massive quake along the Chishima Trench off the prefecture's coast. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), five earthquakes with a seismic intensity of 4 were recorded on the Pacific side of Hokkaido between May 15 and June 2. The magnitudes of these quakes ranged from 4.7 to 6.3. The areas these struck are known for frequent seismic activity. Off eastern Hokkaido, the Pacific plate is constantly subducting beneath the continental plate. At the boundary of the two, there are areas where they are strongly attached, accumulating energy that could lead to a large quake. In 2003, the Tokachi-Oki earthquake, with a magnitude of 8.0, registered a maximum intensity of lower 6 on the 7-point scale. Jumpei Shimizu, an inspector at the JMA's Office of Large-scale Earthquake Analysis, noted about recent tremors, "The epicenters are distant from each other, making it unlikely they are related." He added, "They are not of a scale that would induce other earthquakes, nor can they be considered a precursor to a major quake." However, along the Chishima Trench stretching from off the coast of the Tokachi region in southeast Hokkaido to the Chishima Islands, also called the Kuril Islands, a major earthquake apparently could occur at any time. The national government's Earthquake Research Committee estimates a 7% to 40% chance of a magnitude 9-class quake occurring within the next 30 years. Shimizu emphasized, "It's important to think about what actions to take when such an event happens." There are also concerns about a major earthquake along the Japan Trench, which stretches on the Pacific side from off the coast of Honshu's Tohoku region to off Hidaka in southern Hokkaido. If a major quake occurs in the Japan Trench or Chishima Trench, it is anticipated that a tsunami could result in up to about 200,000 fatalities. If an earthquake of magnitude 7 or greater occurs around the Japan Trench, the JMA will issue a "Hokkaido-Sanriku offshore subsequent earthquake advisory," warning of the potential for an even larger subsequent tremor. This advisory covers 182 municipalities across seven prefectures from Hokkaido to Chiba. While it does not call for preemptive evacuation, it advises residents to be vigilant for about a week. The government expected to issue this advisory about once every two years, but since its introduction in December 2022, it has not yet been issued.
Arab Times
6 days ago
- Climate
- Arab Times
6.1-magnitude earthquake strikes off Japan's Kushir
TOKYO, May 31, (Xinhua): An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.1 struck off the coast of Kushiro in Japan's Hokkaido on Saturday, local weather agency said. The temblor occurred at 5:37 p.m. local time (0837 GMT), originating at a depth of approximately 20 km, said the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA). While slight changes in sea level may be observed along Japan's coastline, there is no concern for significant damage or a tsunami, the JMA said. Emergency services are monitoring the situation closely, and no immediate reports of injury or structural damage have been issued.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Climate
- Time of India
Earthquake of magnitute 6.1 strikes Japan
Earthquake of magnitute 6.1 strikes Japan JAPAN: A strong earthquake of magnitude of 6.1 struck off the eastern coast of Hokkaido on Saturday evening, according to Japan's Meteorological Agency (JMA). The quake occurred at 5:37 pm local time (0837 GMT) at a depth of approximately 20 kilometers beneath the seabed. The epicenter was located off the coast near Kushiro, a city in southeastern Hokkaido. Although minor fluctuations in sea level may be observed, authorities have not issued risk of a tsunami or significant coastal impact. Emergency services are actively monitoring the situation, and as of now, there have been no immediate reports of injuries or structural damage. Residents are advised to remain alert but calm.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Jake Johnson seeks validation in JMA Motorsports' home race at Seekonk Speedway
More than a year has passed since Jake Johnson brought Ole Blue back to Victory Lane on the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour, a win that arrived at Monadnock Speedway in New Hampshire. A lot has changed for Johnson since that day, but his commitment to winning in Modifieds remains unwavering. Now part-time in the series with JMA Motorsports, Johnson is set to make his second Modified Tour appearance with the program in Saturday's J&R Precast 150 at Massachussets' Seekonk Speedway. Advertisement Johnson's first start with JMA earlier this season at Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park saw him qualify on the outside pole before he was eliminated in a wreck with nine laps to go. Despite the Thompson race ending in disappointment, Johnson said the cohesion he and JMA displayed that weekend has provided him plenty of optimism ahead of Saturday's race. 'We've had a pretty good year so far,' Johnson said. 'Everywhere we've shown up with my family car or the No. 07 car, we've had a lot of speed. I'm excited to get back in the No. 07, because [even though] Thompson was rough, we showed good speed. 'These guys are deserving of a good run, and I think we can put one together [at Seekonk].' Johnson was enjoying a career season on the Modified Tour last year before he sustained a hard crash in the second race at Thompson. After the wreck, Johnson parted ways with Boehler Racing Enterprises and did not return to the series for the rest of 2024. Jake Johnson driver of the #3 Propane Plus; Lin\ As Johnson was crafting a 2025 racing schedule with his family car, JMA co-owners Mike and Justin Albernaz reached out to him about competing in select Modified Tour events. Johnson jumped at the offer to race with JMA, which now assists his own program in other Modified events around the northeast. Advertisement The Albernaz family's involvement in motorsports extends far beyond Modified competition. Mike operated CJ Racing in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series from 1999-00, when he fielded entries for a variety of drivers like David Starr, Lonnie Rush Jr. and 2008 Modified Tour champion Ted Christopher. Mike's hands-on approach to racing was passed down to his grandson Justin, who also serves as the crew chief for the No. 07 Modified. The addition of Johnson to JMA's program has been invaluable for the younger Albernaz, who praised the determination his driver displays both on and off the track. '[Jake] is 100 percent focused on racing,' Albernaz said. 'His mind is in it, and he's not only worried about driving it, he's worried about getting the car right. He's very talented behind the wheel. He's aggressive at times, but that's what you need to get the job done sometimes.' RELATED: Career stats for Jake Johnson Advertisement One aspect of the partnership between Johnson and JMA involves the crews from both programs working on the same car. Combining resources made the duo stronger and reinforced the expectations Johnson and the Albernaz family have for the Modified Tour, which is to win a race together. Thompson showcased that Johnson and JMA could hold their own with the full-time Modified Tour operations across the board. The two sides are eager to shake off the late-race crash from Thompson and utilize their collective knowledge by putting together a complete weekend at Seekonk. Especially since this is a hometown affair for nearly everyone involved at JMA. 'Seekonk was probably the first one that got put on the list just because [JMA's] shop is about three minutes away,' Johnson said. 'Seekonk is about 10 minutes from my house, so it's a special place for us because it's our home turf. We always run good there, and [JMA] used to run good there when we did open racing at Seekonk. Advertisement 'It made a lot of sense for us to circle Seekonk.' Jake Johnson, driver of the number 07 Lin's Propane; Propane Plus; Platinum Fire Protection; Island International; Axis Wealth Partners modified, during the IceBreaker 150 for the Whelen Modified Tour at Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park on April 16, 2025 in Thompson, Connecticut. (Rob Branning/NASCAR) Countless trips to Seekonk over the years have provided Albernaz plenty of insight into all the fundamentals necessary to prevail. The facility only being 0.333 miles in length means laps will click of rapidly Saturday evening. That emphasizes the importance of obtaining solid track position in qualifying. Albernaz does not see qualifying being a problem for Johnson at Seekonk given how fast he was in the No. 07 at Thompson. The challenge for Albernaz will be designing a setup that responds well to Seekonk's unique characteristics and puts Johnson in the best position to upset the Modified Tour regulars. Advertisement '[Seekonk] is a very tough track to get around,' Albernaz said. 'It's very throttle-sensitive and this race is going to be all about saving tires. That's going to be the biggest talk in the garage probably for the entire race. With Jake's laps on the track and our expertise with how many races we've run there, I think we should be pretty good.' A Modified Tour win at his family's home track would be an emotional, cathartic moment for Albernaz. Mike enjoyed numerous Seekonk victories with drivers like Eddie St. Angelo, Vinny Annarummo and Mike Christopher Sr.; now Justin wants to add to his family's legacy at the track with JMA's first win. Johnson is focused on not only helping JMA secure a Seekonk checkered flag, but also on validating his talent to the rest of the Modified Tour field. Prevailing at Monadnock in Ole Blue last year was a milestone moment, but Johnson knows he can accomplish so much more. 'I don't want to be known as the guy who just won one [Modified Tour] race as a fluke,' Johnson said. 'If I could go win two or three Tour races, I think it would solidify that [Monadnock] wasn't luck. The No. 07 is overdue for a win. They've been super strong everywhere they go, so I'd like to do that for them, as well.' With their chemistry continuing to grow every week, Johnson and JMA are ready to make a statement in their second Modified Tour race together this weekend by earning a victory in front of their hometown crowd.
Borneo Post
25-05-2025
- General
- Borneo Post
Some 700 native trees planted in Simunjan to support Greening Sarawak campaign
A Sarawak Forest Department personnel conducts a tree-planting demonstration to a group of students KUCHING (May 26): Approximately 700 native tree saplings were planted during a tree planting programme held at the Sabal Forest Reserve in Simunjan last Saturday, as part of the 'Greening Sarawak' campaign. The initiative was led by the Sarawak Forest Department in collaboration with the Japan Malaysia Association (JMA), and sponsored by the Kinoshita Group through JMA. 'The initiative saw the planting of 700 native tree saplings comprising Kapur Bukit and Bintangor Laut species, contributing to ongoing efforts to restore degraded forest areas and enhance biodiversity in Sarawak,' said the department in a statement. More than 100 participants including department staff, volunteers from JMA, teachers and students from SMK Balai Ringin, lecturers and students from Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas), and members of the local community contributed to the programme's success. The department highlighted that the event demonstrated a strong spirit of collaboration among government agencies, educational institutions, non-governmental organisations, and international partners. 'This is also part of Sarawak's broader commitment under the Greening Sarawak Campaign, a significant step toward building a more sustainable and climate-resilient future,' it added. greening activities Sarawak Forest Department tree planting
