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Earthquake Alert: M4.7 Event Detected in Indonesia
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck 170 km SW of Sungai Penuh, Indonesia on August 22, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 26.3 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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Earthquake Alert: M5.8 Event Detected in Japan
A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck 4 km NNW of Toride, Japan on August 22, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 77.6 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: M4.9 Event Detected in Indonesia
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck 83 km NNE of Ruteng, Indonesia on August 21, 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 Indonesia: M4.8 Earthquake on August 22, 2026
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck 83 km NNE of Ruteng, Indonesia on August 22, 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 6.2 Event Near Scotia Sea
A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck Scotia Sea on August 22, 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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Moderate Earthquake (M4.6) Reported Near 76 km SSW of San Jose Village, Northern Mariana Islands
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 76 km SSW of San Jose Village, Northern Mariana Islands on August 22, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 115.9 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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M4.9 Earthquake Hits the affected region — What We Know
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck northern Mid-Atlantic Ridge on August 22, 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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M5.7 Earthquake Strikes Scotia Sea
A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck Scotia Sea on August 22, 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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M5.0 Earthquake Hits the Philippines — What We Know
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck 45 km SE of Lukatan, Philippines on August 22, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 107.8 km and is classified as a moderate earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.