Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 jolts Afghanistan
A 4.5 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan's Badakhshan region at 6:30 am IST on Sunday, according to the National Centre of Seismology (NCS). The quake, occurring at a depth of 10 kilometers, is one of several to hit the disaster-prone region in recent weeks. The NCS confirmed the earthquake's location and highlighted Afghanistan's vulnerability to such natural events. Earthquake of 4.8 magnitude strikes Nepal
Earthquake Today: A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck Nepal early Saturday morning, as reported by the National Centre of Seismology (NCS). The tremor occurred at 3:59 am IST, with its epicentre located at a depth of 10 kilometres. Positioned at Latitude 29.17 N and Longitude 81.59 E, the seismic activity caused minor disruptions. Further updates on potential damage or casualties are awaited. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely for any significant developments. Magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Vanuatu damages US embassy
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Port Vila, Vanuatu, causing damage to a building housing several foreign embassies, including the U.S. embassy. Initial tsunami warnings were cancelled for surrounding regions, and there were no immediate reports of casualties. Caught on camera: Scary moment when 5.3-magnitude earthquake hit Telangana's Mulugu
Mulugu, Telangana Earthquake Today: A 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck Mulugu district in Telangana at 7:27 AM on Wednesday. Tremors were felt across several districts, including parts of Hyderabad. No major damage was reported. Authorities confirmed that the earthquake had a depth of 40 kilometers and minor vibrations were felt even 250 kilometers away in Hyderabad. Earthquake of magnitude 5.3 hits Telangana, tremors felt in Andhra, Maharashtra
An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.3 on the Richter Scale hit Mulugu, Telangana at 7:27 am on Wednesday. ??The National Center for Seismology in a post on X (formerly Twitter) confirmed the intensity of the earthquake. Earthquake of magnitude 3.8 strikes Nagaland's Kiphire
A magnitude 3.8 earthquake struck Kiphire, Nagaland, on Thursday at 7:22 am, according to the National Centre for Seismology. The tremor occurred at a depth of 65 km in the region. Further details regarding the quake have yet to be released. Earthquake of magnitude 4.7 strikes Andaman Sea
An earthquake of magnitude 4.7 struck the Andaman Sea on November 20, 2024, at 9:51 AM IST, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). The earthquake occurred at a depth of 80 km, with its epicenter located at coordinates 12.47°N latitude and 93.36°E longitude. No immediate reports of damage or casualties have been mentioned. Earthquake of magnitude 4.2 hits Gujarat
According to the National Center for Seismology, the earthquake was recorded in the Mahesana district of Gujarat. The earthquake was felt at Latitude 23.71 N and Longitude 72.30 E, and at a depth of 10 KM. Earthquake of magnitude 4.1 hits Afghanistan
A 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan on Wednesday at 3:36 pm local time, according to the National Centre of Seismology (NCS). The earthquake's epicenter was located at a depth of 60 kilometers, at latitude 36.43 N and longitude 71.39 E. Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 hits Afghanistan
An earthquake measuring 4.5 on the Richter Scale struck Afghanistan on Friday, as confirmed by the National Centre of Seismology. The quake occurred at 9:09 AM IST at a depth of 90 kilometers, with the epicenter located at Latitude 37.41 N and Longitude 73.29 E. More details can be found on the NCS BhooKamp App. Earthquake of magnitude 3.3 hits Kinnaur region of Himachal Pradesh
A magnitude 3.3 earthquake struck the Kinnaur region of Himachal Pradesh on Thursday at 9:23 AM IST, confirmed the National Center of Seismology. The quake occurred at a depth of 10 km, with its epicenter located at Latitude 31.47 N and Longitude 78.35 E. No damage has been reported. Earthquake of magnitude 3.7 strikes Jammu and Kashmir's Doda
A 3.7 magnitude earthquake hit Doda, Jammu and Kashmir, on Sunday, with a depth of 5 kilometers, according to the National Centre for Seismology. The seismically active region has a history of significant quakes. No injuries or damage reports have emerged yet, and assessments are ongoing. Earthquake of magnitude 3.0 strikes Shimla
An earthquake with a magnitude of 3.0 struck Shimla on Sunday afternoon, according to the National Center for Seismology. The quake occurred at 3:32 PM IST at a depth of 5 km. The epicenter was located at 31.21° N and 77.87° E. No damage or casualties have been reported yet. 4.2 magnitude earthquake hits Maharashtra's Amravati; no casualty
An earthquake of 4.2 magnitude struck Maharashtra's Amravati district on Monday afternoon, according to the National Centre for Seismology. The quake, centered near Amzhari and Tetu villages in Chikhaldhara taluka, caused no reported casualties or property damage. Mild tremors were felt in various parts of the district and neighboring areas. Japan advises remote Japanese islands of potential tsunami after undersea earthquake
Japan's meteorological agency issued a tsunami advisory for remote islands south of Tokyo following a magnitude 5.9 earthquake off the Izu Islands. Tsunami waves up to 1 meter could occur on the coasts of the Izu and Ogasawara island chains. No damage or injuries have been reported, but residents are advised to stay alert. What is happening in Southern California? 14 earthquakes so far this year, breaks record of quakes in single year; people living in fear
Unprecedentedly many earthquakes have struck Southern California this year, with one in Malibu measuring 4.7 on the seismic intensity scale. The possibility of more seismic activity and the experts' advice to remain ready for more significant events have residents worried. Earthquake of magnitude 5.1 hits Bay of Bengal
An earthquake of magnitude 5.1 hit the Bay of Bengal on Sunday morning, with an epicentre located 10 km below the surface. The National Centre for Seismology (NCS) reported the event took place at 09:12 am. Meanwhile, a smaller earthquake of magnitude 3.0 struck Noklak town in Nagaland earlier in the day at 3:36 am. Earthquake of magnitude 3 strikes Nagaland
Earlier on August 20, an earthquake with a magnitude of 4.9 struck Baramulla in Jammu and Kashmir, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). Earthquake of magnitude 5.7 strikes Afghanistan
A 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan on Friday, as per the National Center for Seismology. No casualties or damage have been reported so far. Previously, a 4.8 magnitude tremor shook the nation on August 16. Authorities are awaiting further information regarding both incidents. Is there a mega earthquake going to happen soon? Here's when scientists may make it public
The megaquake warning that Japan issued last week sparked a new debate among US seismologists about when and how to alert West Coast residents to an increased risk of a catastrophic earthquake. Volcano erupts in Russia after 7.0 magnitude earthquake, ash soars to 8 km high
A 7.0 magnitude earthquake off Russia's eastern coast triggered the eruption of the Shiveluch volcano, producing an ash column rising 8 km high. No injuries were reported, and buildings are under inspection. The US issued a tsunami warning, and residents experienced tremors strong enough to topple furniture and break dishes. Magnitude 4.8 earthquake jolts Afghanistan
An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.8 struck Afghanistan on Friday, as reported by the National Center for Seismology. The tremors were felt at 6:35 pm (IST). The epicenter was located at latitude 37.09 North and longitude 71.17 East, at a depth of 130 kilometers. "There have been no reports of earthquake-related casualties or damage as of now," according to the National Center for Seismology. Japan lifts 'megaquake' warning, tells people to 'go back to normal'
Japan has lifted a week-long alert that warned of a potentially catastrophic "megaquake" affecting the Nankai Trough region, advising residents to return to normal activities. The warning, which led to widespread panic and precautionary measures including holiday cancellations and emergency stockpiling, was prompted by a magnitude 7.1 earthquake that caused 15 injuries. No natural earthquake recorded in Wayanad, adjoining areas in Kerala: National Seismology Centre
National Centre for Seismology (NCS), Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) on Saturday confirmed that there is no natural earthquake recorded in Wayanad and its adjoining areas by any of the Seismographic stations installed in the State of Kerala or its surroundings on August 9, 2024. Japan is living in the shadow of the megaquake that could kill 320,000, trigger 10m tsunami waves & cause $1.5 tn damage
After a 7.1 magnitude tremor near Kyushu, Japanese officials alerted the public about an increased likelihood of the Nankai Trough megaquake. This fault has historically caused significant quakes and tsunamis. With the raised risk, people are navigating how to respond and prepare for the potential disaster that could severely impact the country. Southern California rattled by 5.2 magnitude earthquake, but there are no reports of damage
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck northwest of Los Angeles near Mettler in Kern County on Tuesday night at 9:09 p.m. It was felt across Southern California, including at Dodger Stadium during a baseball game. Authorities in Los Angeles and nearby areas were checking for damages to infrastructure. The Kern County Fire Department announced that local firefighters would survey their districts. Despite the tremor, there were no immediate reports of damage, and the earthquake did not significantly disrupt the game or cause notable concern among the spectators. Faridabad jolted by earthquake: How strong was it?
Faridabad Earthquake (Google Trends): Tremors were felt in Faridabad and nearby areas on Thursday, July 25. The National Center for Seismology reported a 2.4 magnitude earthquake at 10:54 am, with no casualties. This agency is responsible for monitoring earthquake activity in India. In April, a 3.2 magnitude earthquake struck Sirsa, Haryana. Earthquake in Baramulla: 4.5-magnitude earthquake strikes J&K
Baramulla Earthquake (Google Trends): An earthquake measuring 4.1 on the Richter Scale struck Baramulla, Jammu and Kashmir, on Friday at 12:26 PM, with a depth of 10 km, according to the National Center for Seismology. Earlier, a 6.5 magnitude earthquake hit Tofino, Canada, with no tsunami risk reported. The Canadian quake was later downgraded to 6.4, affecting about 2,000 residents. Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 hits Maharashtra's Hingoli; no casualty reported
A 4.5 magnitude earthquake hit Hingoli, Maharashtra at 7:14 am, affecting Nanded, Parbhani, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, and Washim. The epicenter was Rameshwar Tanda village in Kalamnuri taluka. No casualties or property loss were reported. Officials advised removing stones from tin rooftops. In March, tremors of 4.5 and 3.6 magnitudes were recorded, with the epicenter at Jamb village. Earthquake of magnitude 4.4 hits Leh in Ladakh
A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck Leh in Ladakh on Wednesday morning, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). The earthquake, with an epicenter at Latitude 36.10 North and Longitude 74.81 East, occurred at a depth of 150 kilometers at 8:12 a.m. No casualties have been reported so far. Last month, a magnitude 3.2 earthquake hit Assam, with its epicenter in the Karbi Anglong district at a depth of 25 kilometers. Further details are awaited. 350 earthquakes in five months! Will volcano Mount St. Helens erupt again after 44 years?
The USGS has said that the short-term increase in earthquake rates is common at Mount St. Helens and is considered part of background seismic activity. Can be said that it is not a matter of concern? Earthquake of magnitude 3.0 felt in Kerala's Thrissur
A 3.0 magnitude earthquake struck Thrissur and Palakkad districts with tremors felt in various regions. No damage or injuries reported. Himachal Pradesh's Kullu struck by earthquake of magnitude 3.0
Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district was jolted awake by an earthquake with a magnitude of 3.0 early Friday morning. The National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported that the earthquake's epicenter was located at Latitude 31.48 N and Longitude 77.53 E, with a depth of 10 kilometers. The tremor hit Kullu at 3:40 am, causing some residents to feel the ground shake. Mega earthquake in USA? 10,000 US residents at risk from underwater fault line in the Pacific
Human lives are currently at stake as reports suggest that an underwater fault line in the Pacific Ocean can create a megaquake along the west coast region, putting almost 10,000 US residents at risk. Japan underwent a similar situation in 2011, that triggered a massive tsunami killing thousands along the coastal regions. A magnitude 4.8 earthquake in southwestern South Korea cracks walls and leaves other minor damage
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck Buan, a fishing community in southwestern South Korea, causing minor property damage but no injuries. The quake, with a depth of 8 kilometers, was the strongest in South Korea this year. It resulted in cracked walls, broken tiles, and items knocked off store shelves. The National Fire Agency reported eight cases of property damage in Buan and Iksan, and received nearly 80 calls from residents who felt the tremor. Earthquake of 3.3 magnitude hits Meghalaya's West Hills
The epicentre of the earthquake was located at Latitude 25.60 N and Longitude 91.31 E, at a depth of 5 kilometres, the NCS stated. Earthquake of magnitude 3.1 jolts Uttarakhand
"EQ of M: 3.1, On: 28/05/2024 06:43:17 IST, Lat: 30.15 N, Long: 80.28 E, Depth: 5 Km, Location: Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand," National Center for Seismology posted on X. Strong earthquake strikes near Vanuatu: USGS
A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck 83 km NNW of Port-Vila, Vanuatu, at a depth of 29.2 kilometers on Sunday at 9:23 am local time, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The USGS reported that the earthquake is not expected to generate a tsunami. There have been no immediate reports of damage, and further details are awaited. The USGS shared preliminary information about the quake on social media, describing it as a notable event. Baba Vanga 2024 predictions for USA: Powerful earthquake to strike America; Details here
Baba Vanga 2024 predictions list has revealed catastrophic earthquake striking the United States. It will be a powerful earthquake, the seer foretold. 2.6 magnitude earthquake hits Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi
An earthquake of 2.6 magnitude on the Richter scale hit Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi on Tuesday, according to National Centre for Seismology (NCS) data. Magnitude 5.9 earthquake strikes Philippines, aftershocks and damage expected
The Philippines' seismology agency in a bulletin said damage and aftershocks from the offshore quake should be expected. The archipelago nation is in the Pacific "Ring of Fire," where volcanic activity and earthquakes are common. 3.4 magnitude earthquake hits Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar
As per the NCS, the earthquake occurred at 1:33 am on Wednesday. National Centre for Seismology further said that the earthquake occurred at a depth of 30 kilometres. Taiwan Earthquakes: Taiwan hit by dozens of strong aftershocks from deadly quake
Authorities said there were no casualties reported so far, but the non-stop shaking meant a restless night even for those in the capital Taipei about 150 kilometres (90 miles) north, where walls and glass panels rattled in swaying homes. Japan's bullet train faces rare delay. Cause is not earthquake!
Bullet trains are pride of Japan due to the punctuality but a snake has caused a delay which is very rare. Earthquake jolts southern Japan's Ehime, Kochi prefectures
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.4 hit southern Japan, centered at the Bungo Channel. The quake hit Ehime and Kochi prefectures with an intensity of 6 on Japan's 1-7 scale. No major damage has been reported. Japan accounts for about one-fifth of the world's earthquakes of magnitude 6 or greater. Charting the global economy: US jobs surge; Taiwan earthquake impact
The worst earthquake in Taiwan in 25 years briefly halted operations, but the semiconductor industry’s leading player expected to be back up and running fairly quickly. Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 hits Pakistan
Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 hits PakistanA magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck Pakistan on Saturday, as reported by the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). The tremors were felt at 16:13:08 Indian Standard Time (IST), with the quake occurring at a depth of 205 km. The NCS provided the earthquake details in a post on X, stating, "Earthquake of Magnitude:4.5, Occurred on 06-04-2024, 16:13:08 IST, Lat: 31.71 & Long: 72.27, Depth: 205 Km, Region: Pakistan." Earthquake of magnitude 5.3 jolts Himachal Pradesh; tremors felt in Haryana, Punjab
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Chip off the old Taiwanese block
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Earthquake of 4.6 magnitude jolts Afghanistan
Earthquake of magnitude 4.2 hits Afghanistan
Five dead, 1,000 homes destroyed in PNG earthquake
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Earthquake jolts parts of Northern Nepal; no damage reported: Official
Earthquake jolts parts of Northern Nepal; no damage reported: OfficialThe quake, whose epicentre was reported at Juredunga in Rasuwa district, 130 km from Kathmandu, was reported at 9.44 am on Sunday. "The tremor was also felt in Kathmandu. However, there was no report of any damage so far," said the statement from the National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre. Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 strikes Afghanistan
Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 strikes AfghanistanIn a post on X, the NCS wrote, "4.5, Occurred on 17-03-2024, 19:59:23 IST, Lat: 36.66 & Long: 71.43, Depth: 169 Km ,Region: Afghanistan." The earthquake took place at 19:59:23 IST at a depth of 169 km. Magnitude 6.0 earthquake strikes Papua New Guinea: USGS
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5.2 magnitude quake jolts Kargil-Ladakh
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Earthquake of magnitude 4.1 strikes Arunachal Pradesh
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Earthquake of 4.0 magnitude hits Gujarat's Kutch; no casualties
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Earthquake of 3.6 magnitude hits central Assam
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Earthquake hits Afghanistan, tremors felt in Delhi-NCR
Earthquake of magnitude 4.1 hits Andaman Islands
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Japan quake survivors face freezing rain, threat of landslides
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3.9 magnitude earthquake hits Jammu and Kashmir
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Tsunami hits Japan after 21 earthquakes above magnitude 4 in 90 minutes, residents told to run
Tsunami hits Japan after 21 earthquakes above magnitude 4 in 90 minutes, residents told to runJapan faced a magnitude 7.4 earthquake on Monday, triggering a tsunami with waves of 1.2 meters hitting Wajima in Ishikawa. In a span of 90 minutes, 21 earthquakes of over magnitude 4 shook the region. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a major tsunami warning, a first since the devastating 2011 event. The quake disrupted power power supply and transport facilities but no nuclear plant abnormalities were reported. Final bodies found after China's most serious earthquake in a decade
Earthquake of magnitude 6.2 jolts Indonesia's Irian Jaya
5.9 magnitude earthquake shakes Indonesia's Aceh province
5.9 magnitude earthquake shakes Indonesia's Aceh provinceIndonesia's Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysical Agency said there was no danger of a tsunami but warned of possible aftershocks. The agency put a preliminary magnitude at 6.3. Variations in early measurements of quakes are common. 