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A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck off Taiwan's northeastern coast near Yilan, causing shaking in Taipei, minor damages, and evacuations at TSMC facilities, but no major damage or tsunami was reported. The event highlights Taiwan's vulnerability to earthquakes and the potential global impact on semiconductor supply chains.
A 6.6 magnitude earthquake struck off Taiwan's northeastern coast near Yilan, causing building damage and evacuations but no major injuries or tsunami threat. The quake prompted safety measures including evacuations at TSMC facilities, highlighting Taiwan's vulnerability to seismic activity and its importance in global semiconductor supply chains.
A 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck central Philippines near Palompon and Bogo, causing damage, fires, and a tsunami alert, with rescue efforts underway and widespread shaking felt across the Visayan Islands.
Thousands of people have been ordered to evacuate in Indonesia as Mount Ruang, located on Sulawesi Island, erupted, prompting fears of spreading ash, falling rocks, hot volcanic clouds, and a potential tsunami. An international airport was temporarily closed due to volcanic ash, and residents near the volcano and Tagulandang Island were told to leave. Indonesia, prone to volcanic activity, has 120 active volcanoes and sits along the "Ring of Fire," a region known for seismic fault lines.
Indonesian authorities issued a tsunami alert after the Ruang volcano on Sulawesi island erupted several times, prompting the evacuation of over 11,000 people. The volcano's alert level was raised to the highest, and officials fear that part of the volcano could collapse into the sea, potentially causing a tsunami. Indonesia, known for its volcanic activity due to its location along the "Ring of Fire," has 120 active volcanoes. Residents are being relocated to the nearest city, Manado, as a precautionary measure.
Indonesian authorities have ordered the evacuation of hundreds of villagers after Mount Ruang, a remote island volcano in North Sulawesi, erupted multiple times, spewing lava and ash plumes. There are fears that the volcano could collapse into the sea and trigger a tsunami, prompting the highest volcano alert level to be raised. Dramatic footage shows ash billowing into the sky and villagers being evacuated, with no reported casualties. Indonesia, known for its numerous active volcanoes, sits along the Ring of Fire, a region prone to seismic activity.
Multiple eruptions of Mount Ruang volcano in Indonesia have prompted authorities to issue a tsunami alert and evacuate over 11,000 people. The volcano, located on Sulawesi island, has had at least five large eruptions in the past 24 hours, leading to the highest level of volcano alert being raised. Indonesia, known for its 120 active volcanoes, sits along the "Ring of Fire" and is prone to volcanic activity. Officials are concerned about the potential for a collapse of part of the volcano into the sea, which could trigger a tsunami. Residents are being relocated to the nearest city, Manado, as a precautionary measure.
Indonesian authorities issued a tsunami alert after the Ruang volcano on Sulawesi island had several large eruptions, prompting the evacuation of over 11,000 people. The volcano's alert level was raised to its highest, and officials warned of the potential for a collapse that could trigger a tsunami. This event highlights Indonesia's vulnerability to volcanic activity due to its location along the "Ring of Fire," a region known for seismic fault lines.
Indonesian authorities issued a tsunami alert after the Ruang volcano on Sulawesi island erupted, prompting the evacuation of over 11,000 people. The volcano had at least five large eruptions in the past 24 hours, leading to the highest level of volcano alert being raised. With Indonesia's susceptibility to volcanic activity due to its location along the "Ring of Fire," officials are concerned about the potential for a collapse of the volcano into the sea, which could trigger a tsunami. Residents are being relocated to Manado, the nearest city, as a precautionary measure.
Indonesia issues a tsunami alert after Mount Ruang in North Sulawesi erupts five times, prompting the evacuation of thousands of residents. Authorities fear a potential collapse of the volcano into the sea, which could trigger a tsunami. The alert level has been raised to the highest tier, and a 6km exclusion zone has been established. The nearest international airport has been closed due to volcanic ash, and residents are being relocated to Manado. Indonesia, located on the Pacific's Ring of Fire, experiences frequent seismic and volcanic activity.
Japan experienced a series of major earthquakes, with the strongest having a magnitude of 7.6, resulting in at least six deaths and numerous injuries. The quakes caused extensive damage, including fires that destroyed over 100 homes, particularly in the Asachi-dori district. Tsunami alerts have been lifted, but residents are cautioned as aftershocks are expected. Transportation has been disrupted, and utilities are being restored. International support has been offered, with assurances from the UK and US to assist. Despite the severity of the quakes, no nuclear abnormalities have been reported in the region.