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USGS Confirms M5.7 Earthquake in Indonesia
A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck 32 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 strong earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.
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Earthquake Alert: M5.0 Event Detected in the Pacific region
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck 87 km S of Isangel, Vanuatu on August 20, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 72.9 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 4.5 Moderate Earthquake Recorded Near 46 km NE of Ruteng, Indonesia
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 46 km NE of Ruteng, Indonesia on August 19, 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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Moderate Earthquake (M4.6) Reported Near 36 km WNW of Ollagüe, Chile
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 36 km WNW of Ollagüe, Chile on August 19, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 124.8 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 5.2 Moderate Earthquake Recorded Near 31 km N of Ruteng, Indonesia
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck 31 km N of Ruteng, Indonesia on August 19, 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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Seismic Activity in Indonesia: M5.8 Earthquake on August 19, 2026
A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck 25 km NNE of Ruteng, Indonesia on August 19, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 10.0 km and is classified as a strong earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.
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Moderate Earthquake (M4.6) Reported Near 74 km NE of Ruteng, Indonesia
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 74 km NE of Ruteng, Indonesia on August 19, 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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M4.6 Earthquake Hits Mexico — What We Know
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 28 km NE of Niños Héroes, Mexico on August 19, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 178.3 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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Moderate Earthquake (M4.8) Reported Near 74 km SE of Pondaguitan, Philippines
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck 74 km SE of Pondaguitan, Philippines on August 19, 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.