22 Injured, Windows Shattered As 5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Japan

What happened: An earthquake struck Japan, injuring 22 people and shattering windows. Japan's Meteorological Agency put the magnitude at 5.7, while the US Geological Survey reported 5.5. Smaller aftershocks were reported. Key numbers: Magnitude 5.7 (Japan's Meteorological Agency), magnitude 5.5 (US Geological Survey), 22 injured. Why it matters: The two agencies reported differing magnitudes for the same quake, and aftershocks were reported following the initial event. Coverage: 3 outlets in 24h

An earthquake struck Japan, injuring 22 people and shattering windows. Japan's Meteorological Agency put the magnitude at 5.7, while the US Geological Survey reported 5.5. Smaller aftershocks were reported.

The two agencies reported differing magnitudes for the same quake, and aftershocks were reported following the initial event.