This afternoon (3rd) at 3:13 PM Taipei time, a magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck off the coast of Kagosima, Japan. According to Japan's Meteorological Agency, Akusekijima in the Tokara Islands recorded a maximum intensity of 6 weak, marking the first occurrence of such a strong earthquake since 1919. This has led the Japanese government and meteorological officials to hold an emergency press conference urging citizens to remain vigilant.

Japan's Prime Minister has immediately issued directives, emphasizing that protecting lives is the top priority. Ayako Ebita, the head of the earthquake tsunami monitoring section of the meteorological agency, advised citizens to ensure safe sleeping conditions at night to prepare for possible sudden earthquakes.

Since June 21, over 1000 earthquakes have occurred in the Kagosima region, causing prolonged tension among residents. Mayor Genichiro Kubo mentioned that the community is considering evacuating residents to the mainland due to ongoing shaking and high temperatures leading to fatigue.

Not only Kagosima, but also Akita in northeastern Honshu experienced a tremor of intensity 3 this morning. Residents are additionally facing the threat of volcanic eruptions, with Mt. Shinmoedake on Kyushu erupting for six consecutive days, causing significant disruption to daily life.