Magnitude 6.2 Earthquake Hits Western Japan, No Tsunami
A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck near Matsue, Japan, causing shaking with potential aftershocks within 100 miles, with data subject to revision as scientists analyze further information.
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Magnitude 6.2 earthquake hits western Japan, no tsunami warning issued
A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck Shimane Prefecture in western Japan, causing widespread shaking but no tsunami warning was issued. Multiple aftershocks followed, with increased risks of landslides and falling rocks, though no injuries or power abnormalities have been reported. The earthquake caused temporary disruptions to transportation and was felt across several regions in western Japan.
NASA Satellite Reveals Surprising Tsunami Behavior After Kamchatka Quake
A NASA satellite, SWOT, captured high-resolution data of a complex tsunami triggered by a 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, revealing intricate wave interactions that challenge traditional models and could improve future tsunami predictions.
Magnitude 6.2 Earthquake Strikes Western Japan, No Tsunami Warning
A series of strong earthquakes, including a magnitude 6.2 quake, struck western Japan's Shimane and Tottori prefectures, causing widespread shaking, power outages, and train delays, but no tsunami threat or nuclear plant damage has been reported.
Antarctica's Thwaites Glacier Faces Massive Earthquake Activity and Melting Threats
Hundreds of low-frequency glacial earthquakes have been detected in Antarctica, especially near the unstable Thwaites Glacier, indicating increased ice flow and potential risks of collapse that could significantly raise global sea levels, prompting calls for further research into their causes and implications.
Deadly Earthquake Strikes Mexico, Causing Fatalities
A magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck central and southern Mexico, causing at least two deaths and significant damage in Guerrero and Mexico City, with over 420 aftershocks reported. The earthquake led to evacuations and injuries, highlighting Mexico's vulnerability to seismic activity.
Magnitude 6.5 Earthquake Strikes Mexico, Causing Casualties and Disruptions
A 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck southern and central Mexico near Guerrero, causing at least two deaths, structural damage, and landslides, with over 500 aftershocks reported; emergency responses and evacuations were underway as residents and officials assessed the damage.
Magnitude 6.5 Earthquake Strikes Mexico, Causing Damage and Disruption
A 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck southern and central Mexico, particularly near Acapulco and Mexico City, causing at least two deaths, injuries, and some landslides, but no major damage was reported.
Magnitude 6.5 Earthquake Strikes Central and Southern Mexico, Causing 2 Deaths
A magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck southern and central Mexico near Guerrero, causing landslides and prompting residents and tourists to evacuate, but no serious damage was reported according to officials.
6.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Mexico, Disrupts President and Tourist Areas
A 6.5-magnitude earthquake struck near Rancho Viejo, Mexico, causing no immediate casualties or widespread damage, with aftershocks potentially occurring in the region. Seismologists are reviewing data and may update the quake's details and impact maps.
Magnitude 6.5 Earthquake Strikes Southern Mexico
A magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck southern and central Mexico near Guerrero, causing landslides and prompting residents to evacuate, but initial reports indicate no serious damage.
Magnitude 6.5 Earthquake Hits Southern Mexico, Disrupts President's Speech
A 6.5-magnitude earthquake struck southern Mexico near Guerrero, causing panic and brief disruption during a presidential press conference, but no injuries or serious damage were reported.
Multiple earthquakes, including a 5.0 magnitude, shake Northern California
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake shook Northern California near Susanville, causing moderate shaking locally and light shaking as far as Sacramento and Klamath Falls, with no reports of damage. The quake occurred at a depth of 3.4 miles and was part of the region's typical seismic activity.
Major Earthquake Hits Taiwan, No Major Damage Reported
A 6.6-magnitude earthquake struck near Yilan, Taiwan, in the Philippine Sea, with potential aftershocks occurring in the region, prompting seismic monitoring and updates from the USGS.
Satellite captures record-breaking Pacific tsunami and global seismic impact
A massive 650-foot tsunami was triggered by a landslide in Greenland's Dickson Fjord, causing seismic waves detectable worldwide for nine days. This event highlights the increasing risks posed by climate change-induced glacier melting and demonstrates the potential of advanced satellite technology to monitor and understand such extreme natural phenomena. Researchers are now working to improve early warning systems and better predict similar events in the future.