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Seismic Activity in Indonesia: M4.6 Earthquake on August 30, 2026
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 52 km NNE of Ruteng, Indonesia on August 30, 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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Seismic Activity in the Pacific region: M4.5 Earthquake on August 30, 2026
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck south of the Fiji Islands on August 30, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 532.7 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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Seismic Activity in New Zealand: M5.8 Earthquake on August 30, 2026
A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck Kermadec Islands, New Zealand on August 30, 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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M4.9 Earthquake Hits Indonesia — What We Know
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck 76 km WNW of Bengkulu, Indonesia on August 30, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 78.2 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 M4.7 Earthquake in Chile
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck 26 km WSW of Tocopilla, Chile on August 30, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 52.1 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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M4.5 Earthquake Strikes 25 km W of Émponas, Greece
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 25 km W of Émponas, Greece on August 29, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 14.3 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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M5.1 Earthquake Hits the affected region — What We Know
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck South Sandwich Islands region on August 30, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 135.7 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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Magnitude 4.5 Moderate Earthquake Recorded Near 18 km SW of Urakawa, Japan
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 18 km SW of Urakawa, Japan on August 30, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 63.6 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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M4.5 Earthquake Hits Chile — What We Know
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 70 km ENE of San Pedro de Atacama, Chile on August 29, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 158.9 km and is classified as a moderate earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.