Seismic News
Coverage of significant recent earthquakes and seismic events worldwide.
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USGS Confirms M4.6 Earthquake in the Pacific region
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 40 km WNW of Houma, Tonga on August 6, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 126.5 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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Magnitude 4.6 Moderate Earthquake Recorded Near 48 km WSW of Sarangani, Philippines
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 48 km WSW of Sarangani, Philippines on August 6, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 35.0 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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M4.9 Earthquake Hits the Philippines — What We Know
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck 42 km SW of Sarangani, Philippines on August 5, 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: M4.8 Event Detected in India
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck 62 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India on August 6, 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 (M4.9) Reported Near 10 km W of Honmachi, Japan
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck 10 km W of Honmachi, Japan on August 5, 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 M4.5 Earthquake in the United States
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 31 km NW of Covelo, CA on August 5, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 4.5 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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M4.6 Earthquake Strikes 99 km WSW of Houma, Tonga
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 99 km WSW of Houma, Tonga on August 5, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 137.2 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: M5.9 Event Detected in the Philippines
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck 32 km SW of Sarangani, Philippines on August 5, 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 (M5.2) Reported Near 31 km SSW of Ialibu, Papua New Guinea
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck 31 km SSW of Ialibu, Papua New Guinea on August 5, 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.