Strong quake sways buildings in Tokyo

A strong 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck in the Pacific just off Chiba prefecture, the Japan Meteorological Agency said.

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Published 16 March 2011 3:10pm

Updated 23 August 2013 5:05pm

Source: AFP

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A strong 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck in the Pacific just off Chiba prefecture, the Japan Meteorological Agency said, with the force strong enough to sway buildings in Tokyo.

No tsunami warning was immediately issued but the agency warned of a possible change in sea levels.

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