No serious damage reported after powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake hits northern Japan (opens original article in a new tab)

A powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake hit northern Japan with no serious damage or injuries reported, according to authorities.

• A 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck off Japan's northern coast
• No tsunami risk, no injuries or significant damage reported
• Nuclear facilities and railways checked with no abnormalities
• Japan's location on the Pacific Ring of Fire makes it earthquake-prone