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Seismic Activity in Indonesia: M4.9 Earthquake on July 28, 2026
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck 10 km SE of Kawalu, Indonesia on July 28, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 159.0 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 4.9 Moderate Earthquake Recorded Near 14 km NNE of Tsunagi, Japan
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck 14 km NNE of Tsunagi, Japan on July 28, 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 5.1 Event Near 198 km NW of Oula Xiuma, China
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck 198 km NW of Oula Xiuma, China on July 28, 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 M5.6 Earthquake in Japan
A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck 16 km NE of Tsunagi, Japan on July 28, 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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Magnitude 4.8 Moderate Earthquake Recorded Near 26 km WSW of Santa Cruz, Chile
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck 26 km WSW of Santa Cruz, Chile on July 28, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 53.5 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 6.8 Event Near 5 km E of Uto, Japan
A magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck 5 km E of Uto, Japan on July 28, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 10.0 km and is classified as a major earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.
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M4.5 Earthquake Strikes 38 km N of Ishqoshim, Tajikistan
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 38 km N of Ishqoshim, Tajikistan on July 28, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 132.1 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 (M5.4) Reported Near 110 km SSE of Akureyri, Iceland
A magnitude 5.4 earthquake struck 110 km SSE of Akureyri, Iceland on July 28, 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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Strong Earthquake (M5.8) Reported Near 60 km SW of Puerto Madero, Mexico
A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck 60 km SW of Puerto Madero, Mexico on July 28, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 35.0 km and is classified as a strong earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.