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USGS Confirms M4.6 Earthquake in Chile
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 59 km WNW of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina on September 23, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 193.2 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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Earthquake Alert: M5.0 Event Detected in the Pacific region
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck 140 km NNE of Ba, Fiji on September 23, 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: M4.9 Event Detected in the affected region
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck 193 km SE of Mata-Utu, Wallis and Futuna on September 23, 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 4.6 Event Near south of the Fiji Islands
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck south of the Fiji Islands on September 23, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 528.3 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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Magnitude 5.7 Strong Earthquake Recorded Near 180 km NW of Hihifo, Tonga
A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck 180 km NW of Hihifo, Tonga on September 23, 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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USGS Confirms M5.0 Earthquake in the Pacific region
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck Mariana Islands region on September 23, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 306.0 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 106 km WNW of Ternate, Indonesia
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 106 km WNW of Ternate, Indonesia on September 23, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 48.5 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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M5.3 Earthquake Strikes 51 km WSW of Arauco, Argentina
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck 51 km WSW of Arauco, Argentina on September 23, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 121.5 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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M4.9 Earthquake Strikes Scotia Sea
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck Scotia Sea on September 23, 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.