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M5.3 Earthquake Strikes 48 km NNE of Ruteng, Indonesia
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck 48 km NNE of Ruteng, Indonesia on August 20, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 10.0 km and is classified as a moderate earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.
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Magnitude 4.8 Moderate Earthquake Recorded Near 63 km NNE of Ruteng, Indonesia
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck 63 km NNE of Ruteng, Indonesia on August 20, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 38.0 km and is classified as a moderate earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.
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Earthquake Report: Magnitude 5.0 Event Near 37 km NNW of Ruteng, Indonesia
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck 37 km NNW of Ruteng, Indonesia on August 20, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 10.0 km and is classified as a moderate earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.
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USGS Confirms M5.0 Earthquake in Indonesia
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck 43 km N of Ruteng, Indonesia on August 20, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 35.0 km and is classified as a moderate earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.
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Magnitude 4.6 Moderate Earthquake Recorded Near 26 km NNW of Ruteng, Indonesia
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 26 km NNW of Ruteng, Indonesia on August 20, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 10.0 km and is classified as a moderate earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.
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USGS Confirms M4.6 Earthquake in Indonesia
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 71 km N of Ruteng, Indonesia on August 20, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 10.0 km and is classified as a moderate earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.
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Earthquake Report: Magnitude 4.7 Event Near 85 km S of Antofagasta, Chile
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck 85 km S of Antofagasta, Chile on August 20, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 35.3 km and is classified as a moderate earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.
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Earthquake Alert: M4.7 Event Detected in Indonesia
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck 45 km NNE of Ruteng, Indonesia on August 20, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 10.0 km and is classified as a moderate earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.
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Earthquake Alert: M4.7 Event Detected in Chile
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck 81 km W of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina on August 20, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 166.7 km and is classified as a moderate earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.