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USGS Confirms M5.4 Earthquake in China
A magnitude 5.4 earthquake struck 21 km WNW of Jiangyou, China on September 3, 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 (M6.3) Reported Near 84 km SSW of Nikolski, Alaska
A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck 84 km SSW of Nikolski, Alaska on September 3, 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.
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Earthquake Alert: M6.2 Event Detected in the United States
A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck 105 km SSW of Nikolski, Alaska on September 3, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 78.0 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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Seismic Activity in India: M5.1 Earthquake on September 3, 2026
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck 115 km NE of Joshīmath, India on September 3, 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 122 km WNW of Houma, Tonga
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 122 km WNW of Houma, Tonga on September 3, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 218.0 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 4.5 Moderate Earthquake Recorded Near 30 km S of Sipí, Colombia
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 30 km S of Sipí, Colombia on September 3, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 81.4 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 5.1 Moderate Earthquake Recorded Near 42 km NW of Coquimbo, Chile
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck 42 km NW of Coquimbo, Chile on September 3, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 55.2 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 Report: Magnitude 4.6 Event Near 285 km ENE of Levuka, Fiji
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 285 km ENE of Levuka, Fiji on September 3, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 581.4 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 6.2 Event Near South Sandwich Islands region
A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck South Sandwich Islands region on September 2, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 125.9 km and is classified as a strong earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.