Earthquake of magnitude 7.2 strikes western Haiti, over 300 killed
3 years, 4 months ago

Earthquake of magnitude 7.2 strikes western Haiti, over 300 killed

India Today  

At least 304 people died and hundreds were injured or missing after a major earthquake struck southwestern Haiti on Saturday, authorities said, reducing churches, hotels and homes to rubble in the latest tragedy to hit the impoverished Caribbean nation. #Haïti — Dr Ariel Henry August 14, 2021 Still, Haiti's Civil Protection service said the preliminary death toll stood at 304, with at least 1,800 injured and Prime Minister Ariel Henry declared a month-long state of emergency. "I saw bodies being pulled out of the rubble, injured and perhaps dead people," said Les Cayes resident Jean Marie Simon, 38, who was at the market when the earthquake struck and ran home to see if his family was safe. pic.twitter.com/HkYymcnmys — Juan Carlos Pedreira August 14, 2021 In Les Cayes, locals said water had briefly flooded the coastal town of 126,000, causing panic amid fear of a tsunami, but then appeared to retreat.

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Earthquake today: Magnitude 7.3 tremors hits Pacific island nation of Vanuatu
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1 week ago

Earthquake today: Magnitude 7.3 tremors hits Pacific island nation of Vanuatu

Live Mint  

According to the USGS, a magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck just off the coast of Vanuatu in the South Pacific Ocean on Tuesday. A video posted on social media appeared to show a building that houses some diplomatic missions to Vanuatu — including those of Britain, France and New Zealand — with some damage to their structure, including buckled windows and …

7.3 magnitude earthquake hits Vanuatu
1 week ago

7.3 magnitude earthquake hits Vanuatu

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — A magnitude 7.3 earthquake that struck off Vanuatu killed at least 14 people, injured hundreds more and caused widespread damage across the South Pacific island nation, officials said early Wednesday. This image made from a video shows a landslide near an international shipping terminal in Port Vila, Vanuatu following a powerful earthquake Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024. …

Fears death toll could rise from Vanuatu's magnitude-7.3 earthquake near Port Vila
1 week ago

Fears death toll could rise from Vanuatu's magnitude-7.3 earthquake near Port Vila

ABC  

There are grave fears the number of people killed and injured by a magnitude-7.3 earthquake that struck near Vanuatu's capital city of Port Vila could rise significantly. He said there were also "extensive landslides" on the road joining the Port Vila wharf to the city, and there were early reports that the runway at the city's airport had been damaged. …

Powerful quake strikes Vanuatu, reportedly killing 14; US embassy suffers ‘significant damage’
1 week, 1 day ago

Powerful quake strikes Vanuatu, reportedly killing 14; US embassy suffers ‘significant damage’

CNN  

CNN — A powerful 7.3-magnitude earthquake hit Vanuatu on Tuesday, sparking a network outage, crushing vehicles and damaging multiple buildings, with reports of 14 people killed. While the US Embassy sustained significant damage, all personnel were able to safely evacuate the building,” the US embassy in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, said in an update on X. New Zealand’s foreign …

Cuba earthquake: 6.8 magnitude quake strikes off east coast
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Cuba earthquake: 6.8 magnitude quake strikes off east coast

CNN  

CNN — A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of eastern Cuba on Sunday, causing material damage in several regions as the island continues to recover from widespread blackouts and the impact of two hurricanes over the past few weeks. The earthquake was reported about 39 km south of Bartolomé Masó before noon local time, about an hour after …

Powerful 5.7-magnitude earthquake strikes in sea off Indonesia
2 months ago

Powerful 5.7-magnitude earthquake strikes in sea off Indonesia

Daily Mail  

A powerful earthquake measuring 5.7 magnitude has struck the Halmahera Sea in Indonesia on Monday, the German Research Centre for Geosciences said. According to Indonesia's meteorology office BMKG, the 5.7 magnitude earthquake is the fourth to hit the nation today alone, with the first quake of the day, which was registered as 5.6 magnitude, taking place at 10:24am local time. …

Earthquake of magnitude 7.4 strikes north Chile near Argentine border; no reports of major damage
5 months ago

Earthquake of magnitude 7.4 strikes north Chile near Argentine border; no reports of major damage

The Hindu  

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake hit northern Chile near its border with Argentina late on July 18, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. President Gabriel Boric wrote on social platform X that according to preliminary information there were “no reports of injuries or serious damages.” The quake did not activate a tsunami alarm. Boric later said that some rocks had comes …

Powerful 7.4-magnitude quake strikes north Chile near Argentine border. No reports of major damage
5 months ago

Powerful 7.4-magnitude quake strikes north Chile near Argentine border. No reports of major damage

Associated Press  

SANTIAGO, Chile — A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck northern Chile near its border with Argentina late Thursday, the U.S. Geological Survey reported, shaking homes and causing power outages. Chilean President Gabriel Boric said his government was closely examining the area but “so far there are no reports of injuries or major damage.” The quake did not activate a tsunami alarm. …

Earthquake of magnitude 7.3 on Richter scale jolts northern Chile
5 months ago

Earthquake of magnitude 7.3 on Richter scale jolts northern Chile

India TV News  

Earthquake: A massive earthquake of magnitude 7.3 on the Richter Scale struck northern Chile on Thursday, the United States Geological Survey said. The quake struck at 9:51 pm Devastating earthquake in 2010 In 2010, a magnitude 8.8 earthquake and subsequent tsunami claimed 526 lives. It should be noted here that Chile is renowned as one of the most earthquake-prone countries …

Strong earthquake of magnitude 6 shakes southwestern Indonesia
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Strong earthquake of magnitude 6 shakes southwestern Indonesia

India TV News  

A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 6.0 jolted southwestern Indonesia, causing widespread tremors across the region. Indonesia resumes search for 35 missing after deadly landslide Meanwhile, Indonesia has resumed search operations for 35 missing individuals following a devastating landslide at an illegal gold mine on Sulawesi island, which has already claimed at least 23 lives. The search, involving nearly …

Earthquake of magnitude 7.2 strikes off Peru, tsunami threat issued
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Earthquake of magnitude 7.2 strikes off Peru, tsunami threat issued

Hindustan Times  

A magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck off the coast of central Peru on Friday, the United States Geological Survey said, but a tsunami threat from the tremor has passed. The USGS raised an earlier magnitude rating soon after the tremor struck 8.8 kilometers from Atiquipa district The USGS said the tremor hit 8.8 kilometers from Atiquipa district, raising an initial magnitude …

Indonesia earthquake: Magnitude 6.1 tremor shakes Java Island, felt in Jakarta
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Indonesia earthquake: Magnitude 6.1 tremor shakes Java Island, felt in Jakarta

India TV News  

A strong magnitude 6.1 earthquake rocked the southern part of Indonesia's main island of Java on Saturday. High-rises in the capital Jakarta swayed for around a minute and two-storey homes shook strongly in the West Java provincial capital of Bandung and in Jakarta's satellite cities of Depok, Tangerang, Bogor and Bekasi. The quake was also felt in other cities in …

A cluster of earthquakes shakes Taiwan after a strong quake killed 13 earlier this month
8 months ago

A cluster of earthquakes shakes Taiwan after a strong quake killed 13 earlier this month

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — A cluster of earthquakes struck the island republic of Taiwan early Tuesday, the strongest having a magnitude of 6.1, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Taiwan is no stranger to powerful earthquakes yet their toll on the high-tech island’s 23 million residents has been relatively contained thanks to its excellent earthquake preparedness, experts say. Taiwan lies along …

Strong quake in southwestern Japan leaves 9 with minor injuries, but no tsunami
8 months ago

Strong quake in southwestern Japan leaves 9 with minor injuries, but no tsunami

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A strong earthquake that struck …

‘Felt like this was my last day’: Indians in Taiwan on strongest quake in past 25 years
8 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Felt like this was my last day’: Indians in Taiwan on strongest quake in past 25 years

Hindustan Times  

The two Indians reported to have gone missing on Wednesday, after a 7.2 magnitude earthquake hit Taiwan, were found shortly after midnight, India Taipei Association official said on Thursday. Fire broke out at Hualien University Indian-origin PhD student Rageshnath studying in Taiwan’s Hualien, which was one of the most affected areas in Wednesday’s quake, said that he felt like it …

Nine dead, 900 injured in most powerful Taiwan quake in 25 years
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Nine dead, 900 injured in most powerful Taiwan quake in 25 years

The Hindu  

At least nine persons were killed and more than 900 injured on Wednesday by a powerful earthquake in Taiwan that damaged dozens of buildings and prompted tsunami warnings that extended to Japan and the Philippines before being lifted. In pictures | Taiwan rocked by strongest earthquake in nearly 25 years 1 / 3 Wu Chien-fu, director of Taipei's Central Weather …

Earthquake of 7.7 magnitude hits Taiwan; Japan, Philippines issue tsunami alerts
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Earthquake of 7.7 magnitude hits Taiwan; Japan, Philippines issue tsunami alerts

Hindustan Times  

Earthquake of 7.7 magnitude hits Taiwan; Japan, Philippines issue tsunami alerts The earthquake rocked Taiwan damaging buildings and triggering tsunami alerts. The epicentre was 18 km south of Hualien at a depth of 34.8 km.. 1 / 6 View Photos in a new improved layout Taiwan earthquake: A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake hit the island of Taiwan early Wednesday resulting in …

Taiwan earthquake: Terrifying moment commuters rocked on trains and stopped on shaking bridge during 7.4 tremor, as water from rooftop pool cascades over edge of skyscraper and rescuers rush to free v
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Taiwan earthquake: Terrifying moment commuters rocked on trains and stopped on shaking bridge during 7.4 tremor, as water from rooftop pool cascades over edge of skyscraper and rescuers rush to free v

Daily Mail  

At least nine people were killed and more than 800 injured by a powerful earthquake in Taiwan today that damaged dozens of buildings and triggered tsunami warnings that extended to Japan and the Philippines. The magnitude-7.4 quake struck just before 8:00 am local time, with the United States Geological Survey putting the epicentre 18 kilometres south of Taiwan's Hualien City, …

Taiwan is hit by its strongest earthquake in nearly 25 years
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Taiwan is hit by its strongest earthquake in nearly 25 years

NPR  

Taiwan is hit by its strongest earthquake in nearly 25 years Enlarge this image toggle caption AP AP TAIPEI, Taiwan — A major earthquake struck Taiwan during the morning rush hour on Wednesday, collapsing buildings and triggering tsunami warnings in Japan and the Philippines. The quake hit near the eastern city of Hualien at 7:58 a.m. local time and had …

A 6.9 magnitude quake in remote Papua New Guinea kills 3 and destroys nearly 1,000 homes
8 months, 4 weeks ago

A 6.9 magnitude quake in remote Papua New Guinea kills 3 and destroys nearly 1,000 homes

Associated Press  

PORT MORESBY, Papua New Guinea — A magnitude 6.9 earthquake has hit a remote part of western Papua New Guinea killing at least three people and causing extensive damage to around 1,000 homes, officials said. East Sepik province Governor Allan Bird posted on Facebook Sunday that initial estimates show the earthquake had destroyed about 1,000 homes in the area which …

Several dead, 1,000 homes destroyed in Papua New Guinea earthquake
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Several dead, 1,000 homes destroyed in Papua New Guinea earthquake

Al Jazeera  

Quake struck as remote western region already dealing with floods from earlier this month. Several people have died and some 1,000 homes have been destroyed in a 6.9 magnitude earthquake that hit a remote part of western Papua New Guinea, according to officials. Earthquakes are common in Papua New Guinea, which sits on top of the seismic “Ring of Fire” …

A strong earthquake shakes Indonesia’s Java Island but no reports of casualties
9 months ago

A strong earthquake shakes Indonesia’s Java Island but no reports of casualties

Associated Press  

JAKARTA, Indonesia — A strong and shallow undersea earthquake shook the eastern side of Indonesia’s main island of Java on Friday, causing some damage but no immediate reports of casualties. The U.S. Geological Survey said the quake measured 6.4 and struck at a depth of 8.5 kilometers north of Paciran in East Java province. Indonesia, a seismically active archipelago of …

Magnitude 6.7 quake hits off southern Philippines
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Magnitude 6.7 quake hits off southern Philippines

The Hindu  

A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck off the coast of the southern Philippines on January 9, the U.S. Geological Survey said, but according to local authorities there were no reports of casualties or damage. The quake struck at a depth of 70 kilometres about 100 kilometres southeast of Sarangani municipality off Mindanao island, the USGS said. "By the grace of God …

Deadliest earthquakes of 2023: Seven quakes that hit Asian, West Asian countries
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Deadliest earthquakes of 2023: Seven quakes that hit Asian, West Asian countries

Live Mint  

The year 2023 witnessed some devastating earthquakes in several Asian and West Asian countries in which thousands of people lost their lives. Here is the list of the deadliest natural disasters of 2023: TURKEY and SYRIA A series of massive earthquakes struck south-eastern Türkiye near the border with the Syrian Arab Republic on 6 February 2023. a magnitude 7.8 earthquake …

6.5 magnitude earthquake shakes part of Indonesia’s Papua region, no immediate reports of casualties
11 months, 3 weeks ago

6.5 magnitude earthquake shakes part of Indonesia’s Papua region, no immediate reports of casualties

Associated Press  

JAKARTA, Indonesia — A powerful earthquake shook Indonesia’s easternmost region of Papua early Sunday, but there were no immediate reports of serious damage or casualties. The U.S. Geological Survey said the magnitude 6.5 quake was centered 162 kilometers northeast of Abepura, a subdistrict in Jayapura, the capital of Papua province. A magnitude 5.6 earthquake on Nov. 21 killed at least …

5.9 magnitude earthquake shakes Indonesia’s Aceh province. No casualties reported
11 months, 3 weeks ago

5.9 magnitude earthquake shakes Indonesia’s Aceh province. No casualties reported

Associated Press  

BANDA ACEH, Indonesia — A strong and shallow undersea earthquake shook part of Indonesia’s Aceh province Saturday, but there were no immediate reports of serious damage or casualties. The U.S. Geological Survey said the magnitude 5.9 earthquake was centered 362 kilometers east of Sinabang, a coastal town in Aceh province at a depth of 10 kilometers. A magnitude 5.6 earthquake …

Earthquake of magnitude 6.2 strikes Philippines, tremors felt in Manila
1 year ago

Earthquake of magnitude 6.2 strikes Philippines, tremors felt in Manila

Hindustan Times  

Workers, residents, and students evacuated buildings in the Philippine capital Manila on Tuesday after an earthquake of magnitude 5.9 struck off the main Luzon island, according to the state seismology agency and images carried by media. "We felt the strong and lengthy tremor," Michael Orayani, mayor of Lubang town in Occidental Mindoro province, told DWPM radio station. Three people died …

Strong earthquake that sparked a tsunami warning leaves 1 dead amid widespread panic in Philippines
1 year ago

Strong earthquake that sparked a tsunami warning leaves 1 dead amid widespread panic in Philippines

Associated Press  

MANILA, Philippines — A powerful earthquake that shook the southern Philippines killed at least one villager and injured several others as thousands scrambled out of their homes in panic and jammed roads to higher grounds after a tsunami warning was issued, officials said Sunday. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said it expected tsunami waves to hit the southern Philippines and …

Powerful earthquake causes widespread panic in Philippines
1 year ago

Powerful earthquake causes widespread panic in Philippines

LA Times  

A powerful earthquake that shook the southern Philippines killed at least one villager and injured several others as thousands scrambled out of their homes in panic and jammed roads to higher ground after a tsunami warning was issued, officials said Sunday. A pregnant woman died after she, her husband and daughter were hit by a 15-feet concrete wall that collapsed …

7.6 magnitude earthquake strikes off the southern Philippines, briefly prompting a tsunami warning
1 year ago

7.6 magnitude earthquake strikes off the southern Philippines, briefly prompting a tsunami warning

Associated Press  

MANILA, Philippines — A powerful earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.6 struck Saturday off the southern Philippine coast, prompting many villagers to flee their homes in panic around midnight after Philippine authorities issued a tsunami warning. A powerful earthquake struck Saturday off the southern Philippine coast, prompting many villagers to flee their homes in panic after Philippine authorities issued …

7.6 magnitude earthquake strikes off the southern Philippines
1 year ago

7.6 magnitude earthquake strikes off the southern Philippines

The Hindu  

A powerful earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.6 struck Saturday off the southern Philippine coast, prompting many villagers to flee their homes in panic around midnight after Philippine authorities issued a tsunami warning. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center initially said that based on the magnitude and location, it expected tsunami waves to hit the southern Philippines and parts of …

Philippine earthquake death toll rises to nine
1 year, 1 month ago

Philippine earthquake death toll rises to nine

The Hindu  

The number of people killed in a powerful quake off the southern Philippines has risen to nine, the national disaster agency said on November 20, warning the toll could increase further. At least 15 people were injured and more than 800 houses damaged or destroyed, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council said in its latest update. “I’m hoping …

At least 128 dead as strong quake rocks northwestern Nepal, officials say toll expected to rise
1 year, 1 month ago

At least 128 dead as strong quake rocks northwestern Nepal, officials say toll expected to rise

The Hindu  

A strong earthquake shook northwestern Nepal districts just before midnight Friday, and officials said at least 128 people were dead and dozens more injured as rescuers searched mountain villages. Eighty people were killed and more than 140 people sustained injuries in Jajarkot and Rukum districts of Western Nepal, according to state-run Nepal Television. The impact of the quake that took …

Earthquake of magnitude 5.9 rocks Taiwan's Taipei
1 year, 2 months ago

Earthquake of magnitude 5.9 rocks Taiwan's Taipei

India TV News  

Taiwan was hit by a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 5.9 on the Richter scale on Tuesday, sending tremors throughout the island, including the capital city of Taipei. The earthquake's epicenter was located at sea, approximately 120.2 kilometers east of Hualien County Hall, at a depth of 5.7 kilometers, according to Taiwan's Central Weather Bureau. The intensity of the …

Earthquake of magnitude 4.3 strikes Nepal, second tremor in less than 24 hours
1 year, 2 months ago

Earthquake of magnitude 4.3 strikes Nepal, second tremor in less than 24 hours

India TV News  

An earthquake of magnitude 4.3 on the Richter Scale, occurred in Nepal on Sunday, the second tremor to strike the nation in less than 24 hours, according to the National Center for Seismology. "Earthquake of Magnitude:4.3, Occurred on 22-10-2023, 17:18:57 IST, Lat: 28.03 & Long: 84.74, Depth: 5 Km,Location: Nepal," it said on social media platform X. Earlier today, a …

Magnitude 6.3 earthquake hits western Afghanistan, no immediate reports of casualties
1 year, 2 months ago

Magnitude 6.3 earthquake hits western Afghanistan, no immediate reports of casualties

Firstpost  

A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck western Afghanistan on Wednesday, hitting an area where more than 2,000 people were killed after a series of similar tremors on the weekend A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck western Afghanistan on Wednesday, hitting an area where more than 2,000 people were killed after a series of similar tremors on the weekend. “We can’t give exact …

6.0-magnitude quake hits near Indonesian island: USGS
1 year, 3 months ago

6.0-magnitude quake hits near Indonesian island: USGS

The Hindu  

A shallow 6.0-magnitude earthquake hit near the Indonesian island of Sulawesi on Saturday, the United States Geological Survey said, with no damage or casualties immediately reported. Video obtained by AFP showed panicking people in Central Sulawesi's Lambonga village gathered in groups outside of their homes as they sought safety in fear of aftershocks. "The residents of Balesang coastal village in …

Magnitude-6.8 earthquake kills more than 2,000 people, as rescuers dig for survivors
1 year, 3 months ago

Magnitude-6.8 earthquake kills more than 2,000 people, as rescuers dig for survivors

ABC  

A powerful earthquake in Morocco has killed more than 2,000 people and injured hundreds more, destroying buildings and sending residents of major cities rushing from their homes in the country's deadliest tremor in more than six decades. Key points: A local official said most of the deaths were in mountain areas that were hard to reach The quake's epicentre occurred …

Strong earthquake shakes Indonesia's main island, killing 1 and damaging dozens of homes
1 year, 5 months ago

Strong earthquake shakes Indonesia's main island, killing 1 and damaging dozens of homes

The Hindu  

A strong undersea earthquake shook parts of Indonesia's densely populated main island of Java on late Friday, June 30, 2023, causing panic as it killed at least one person, injured two others and damaged dozens of houses. The US Geological Survey said Friday's magnitude 5.8 quake was centred 84 km southwest of Bambanglipuro, a village in Bantul regency of the …

6.2 magnitude earthquake shakes part of the Philippines southwest of the capital
1 year, 6 months ago

6.2 magnitude earthquake shakes part of the Philippines southwest of the capital

The Hindu  

A deep earthquake shook parts of The Philippines southwest of the capital on June 15, but there were no immediate reports of major damage or casualties. The 6.2 magnitude morning earthquake was near Hukay and about 120 kilometres below the surface, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The Philippines' National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council said there were no …

Deadly quake adds to Haiti’s misery following devastating floods
1 year, 6 months ago

Deadly quake adds to Haiti’s misery following devastating floods

Al Jazeera  

A deadly earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.9 struck southern Haiti early on Tuesday, as the Caribbean nation was reeling from devastating flooding at the weekend that killed more than 40 people. Two homes collapsed in the earthquake, and a key route that connects Jeremie and Les Cayes was blocked, according to Haiti’s Civil Protection Agency. The earthquake struck …

Earthquake hits western Haiti, killing at least three
1 year, 6 months ago

Earthquake hits western Haiti, killing at least three

Al Jazeera  

Dozens also injured in 4.9-magnitude quake that struck Caribbean nation as it reels from heavy rainfall and flooding. A 4.9-magnitude earthquake has struck western Haiti, killing at least three people and injuring more than two dozen others, officials said. Officials are still assessing the damage, which has affected over 7,000 families ⤵️ pic.twitter.com/eIbtkZsluH — Al Jazeera English June 5, 2023 …

Earthquake of magnitude 5.9 jolts Afghanistan's Fayzabad, tremors felt Punjab, Haryana
1 year, 6 months ago

Earthquake of magnitude 5.9 jolts Afghanistan's Fayzabad, tremors felt Punjab, Haryana

India TV News  

An earthquake of magnitude 5.9 occurred 70 km east-southeast of Fayzabad, Afghanistan, at around 10.19 am, said the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre. Some social media users said a 6.3-magnitude earthquake was recorded in Pakistan's Islamabad, Peshawar, Lahore and different urban communities. Powerful quake hits parts of Pakistan Meanwhile, a strong 6 magnitude earthquake rocked parts of Pakistan, igniting panic and forcing …

Strong earthquake of magnitude 6.2 shakes eastern Japan; no tsunami warning
1 year, 6 months ago

Strong earthquake of magnitude 6.2 shakes eastern Japan; no tsunami warning

India TV News  

Japan earthquake: A strong earthquake shook Tokyo and other areas of eastern Japan today, but no tsunami warning was issued. The magnitude 6.2 quake was centred off the east coast of Chiba Peninsula at a depth of 44.2 kilometres, the US Geological Survey said. A strong earthquake hit central Japan on May 5, killing at least one person and injuring …

Earthquake of 4.5 magnitude jolts Myanmar, no reports of casualties
1 year, 7 months ago

Earthquake of 4.5 magnitude jolts Myanmar, no reports of casualties

India TV News  

An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.5 on the Richter scale struck Myanmar on Monday. Earlier, an earthquake of magnitude 7.7 that struck southeast of the Loyalty Islands in the French territory of New Caledonia triggered a tsunami warning for countries in the South Pacific on Friday. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center also said small waves were possible for Fiji, …

Earthquake in Indonesia damages hospital, sends locals scurrying to high ground
1 year, 7 months ago

Earthquake in Indonesia damages hospital, sends locals scurrying to high ground

The Hindu  

A strong undersea earthquake early Tuesday sent streams of people fleeing to higher ground in eastern Indonesia before the tsunami danger passed. Residents in parts of West Sumatra province, including the provincial capital of Padang, felt the earthquake strongly for about 30 seconds, agency spokesperson Abdul Muhari said. The magnitude 7.1 earthquake was centered 170 kilometers southeast of Teluk Dalam, …

Quake damages hospital, sends Indonesians racing to highland
1 year, 7 months ago

Quake damages hospital, sends Indonesians racing to highland

Associated Press  

JAKARTA, Indonesia — A strong undersea earthquake early Tuesday sent streams of people fleeing to higher ground in western Indonesia before the tsunami danger passed. Residents in parts of West Sumatra province, including the provincial capital of Padang, felt the earthquake strongly for about 30 seconds, agency spokesperson Abdul Muhari said. The magnitude 7.1 earthquake was centered 170 kilometers southeast …

Indonesia earthquake: Powerful 7.1 magnitude tremor hits Mentawai island; Tsunami alert lifted
1 year, 7 months ago

Indonesia earthquake: Powerful 7.1 magnitude tremor hits Mentawai island; Tsunami alert lifted

India TV News  

Indonesia lifted a tsunami alert Tuesday following a magnitude 7.1 undersea earthquake that hit off Mentawai Island, triggering panic in a region prone to fatal quakes but apparently causing no major damage or casualties. The magnitude 7.1 earthquake was centered 170.4 kilometres southeast of Teluk Dalam, a coastal town in the South Nias Regency, North Sumatra province, at a depth …

Magnitude 7.3 earthquake strikes Indonesia, triggers Tsunami warning
1 year, 7 months ago

Magnitude 7.3 earthquake strikes Indonesia, triggers Tsunami warning

The Hindu  

A magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck west of Indonesia’s Sumatra Island on Tuesday, Indonesia’s geophysics agency said, triggering a tsunami warning. Indonesia’s disaster mitigation agency said authorities were collecting data from the islands nearest the epicentre off the western shore of Sumatra, spokesperson Abdul Muhari said. They have been told to stay at the evacuation area until tsunami warning is lifted,” …

7.0 magnitude earthquake shakes Indonesia's main island
1 year, 8 months ago

7.0 magnitude earthquake shakes Indonesia's main island

The Hindu  

A strong earthquake shook parts of Indonesia’s main island of Java and tourist island of Bali on April 14, causing panic but there were no immediate reports of serious damage or casualties. The U.S. Geological Survey said the magnitude 7.0 quake was centred 96.5 kilometres north of Tuban, a coastal city in East Java province, at a depth of 594 …

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