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Seismic News
Seismic Activity in Japan: M5.2 Earthquake on July 16, 2026
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck 48 km E of Nishinoomote, Japan on July 16, 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 5.0 Moderate Earthquake Recorded Near southern Mid-Atlantic Ridge
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck southern Mid-Atlantic Ridge on July 16, 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 Strikes 140 km SE of Katsuura, Japan
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 140 km SE of Katsuura, Japan on July 16, 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 M4.9 Earthquake in Africa
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck southern Mid-Atlantic Ridge on July 16, 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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M5.0 Earthquake Strikes southern Mid-Atlantic Ridge
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck southern Mid-Atlantic Ridge on July 16, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 11.9 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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USGS Confirms M5.3 Earthquake in Africa
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck southern Mid-Atlantic Ridge on July 16, 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 4.8 Event Near southern Mid-Atlantic Ridge
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck southern Mid-Atlantic Ridge on July 16, 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 Africa
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck southern Mid-Atlantic Ridge on July 16, 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: M4.6 Event Detected in Indonesia
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 109 km ESE of Kokopo, Papua New Guinea on July 16, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 88.7 km and is classified as a moderate earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.