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USGS Confirms M4.5 Earthquake in the Pacific region
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 189 km W of Neiafu, Tonga on July 16, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 285.2 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 M4.8 Earthquake in Chile
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck 27 km S of Coquimbo, Chile on July 16, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 54.1 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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M5.2 Earthquake Strikes 122 km SE of McCarthy, Alaska
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck 122 km SE of McCarthy, Alaska on July 16, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 8.5 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 Alert: M5.0 Event Detected in New Zealand
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck 141 km ENE of Hicks Bay, New Zealand 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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Magnitude 4.8 Moderate Earthquake Recorded Near 87 km SW of Altata, Mexico
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck 87 km SW of Altata, Mexico 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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M5.9 Earthquake Hits New Zealand — What We Know
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck 42 km NNW of Te Anau, New Zealand on July 16, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 76.4 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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M4.7 Earthquake Hits the Philippines — What We Know
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck 86 km SSW of Sarangani, Philippines on July 16, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 47.9 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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M5.5 Earthquake Hits Japan — What We Know
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck Volcano Islands, Japan region on July 16, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 12.8 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: M4.8 Event Detected in the Philippines
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck 110 km SW of Basco, Philippines 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.