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Magnitude 4.8 Moderate Earthquake Recorded Near Kermadec Islands, New Zealand
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck Kermadec Islands, New Zealand on September 5, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 33.6 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: M4.5 Earthquake on September 4, 2026
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 38 km NNE of Ruteng, Indonesia on September 4, 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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Moderate Earthquake (M4.5) Reported Near 159 km ENE of Noda, Japan
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 159 km ENE of Noda, Japan on September 5, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 33.9 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 M5.5 Earthquake in the affected region
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck 156 km E of Kuril’sk, Russia on September 4, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 36.4 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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M5.1 Earthquake Strikes central Mid-Atlantic Ridge
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck central Mid-Atlantic Ridge on September 4, 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 M4.6 Earthquake in New Zealand
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 32 km NW of Raumati Beach, New Zealand on September 4, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 50.6 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 (M5.1) Reported Near 25 km W of Padangsidempuan, Indonesia
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck 25 km W of Padangsidempuan, Indonesia on September 4, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 121.7 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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Moderate Earthquake (M4.9) Reported Near south of the Fiji Islands
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck south of the Fiji Islands on September 4, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 76.7 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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Earthquake Report: Magnitude 4.7 Event Near 2 km NNW of Cabangan, Philippines
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck 2 km NNW of Cabangan, Philippines on September 4, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 61.3 km and is classified as a moderate earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.