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Earthquake Report: Magnitude 5.3 Event Near 62 km W of Tobelo, Indonesia
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck 62 km W of Tobelo, Indonesia on August 5, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 115.7 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: M4.7 Earthquake on August 5, 2026
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck 127 km E of Bitung, Indonesia on August 5, 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 5.0 Moderate Earthquake Recorded Near 60 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck 60 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India on August 5, 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 45 km SSW of Sarangani, Philippines
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck 45 km SSW of Sarangani, Philippines on August 5, 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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Strong Earthquake (M6.3) Reported Near south of the Kermadec Islands
A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck south of the Kermadec Islands on August 5, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 226.1 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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USGS Confirms M4.9 Earthquake in the Philippines
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck 54 km ESE of Sarangani, Philippines on August 5, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 43.7 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 Strikes 84 km ESE of Sarangani, Philippines
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 84 km ESE of Sarangani, Philippines on August 5, 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 5.2 Moderate Earthquake Recorded Near Auckland Islands, New Zealand region
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck Auckland Islands, New Zealand region on August 5, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 21.9 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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M4.9 Earthquake Strikes 45 km SW of Sarangani, Philippines
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck 45 km SW of Sarangani, Philippines on August 5, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 29.7 km and is classified as a moderate earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.