On the afternoon of January 1^st, a 7.5 magnitude earthquake rocked the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture causing damage to surrounding buildings roadways, public transportation infrastructure, and communications and utilities assets. Sustained power outages and other such utility disruptions are expected in the coming days while recovery and restoration attempts are underway. 32,000 people in Ishikawa and Toyama Prefectures have already been evacuated and the collapse of several residences in Wajima and Suzu cities have been reported in the aftermath of the quake. Noto Airport has also sustained damages and is anticipated to remain closed until at least January 4^th while repairs are made.