Hasaki, Japan — A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck in the Pacific Ocean off the east coast of Japan early Saturday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey reports.

WHAT HAPPENED:

The quake hit at 5:07 AM Central Time on Saturday, November 7, which was 8:07 PM local time in Japan. Its center was about 74 kilometers, or 46 miles, northeast of the coastal town of Hasaki in Ibaraki Prefecture, at a depth of about 32 kilometers, or 20 miles, below the seafloor. The same stretch of coast was shaken by a stronger magnitude 6.1 quake early Friday morning.

IMPACTS:

The shaking was felt along the coast near Hasaki, and the USGS has received a small number of felt reports from people in the area. The USGS alert level for this quake is green, which signals a low likelihood of damage or injuries. No tsunami warning was issued.

WHAT TO DO:

• If you feel shaking, drop to the ground, take cover under a sturdy table or desk, and hold on until the shaking stops.

• - Stay away from windows, heavy furniture, and anything that could fall.

• - Check your home for hazards like gas leaks, broken glass, and damaged wiring before turning things back on.

• - Expect aftershocks and be ready to drop, cover, and hold on again.

• Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), November 7, 2026.