Seismic News
Coverage of significant recent earthquakes and seismic events worldwide.
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M5.3 Earthquake Hits the Pacific region — What We Know
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck 155 km SSE of Hihifo, Tonga on September 17, 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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Magnitude 4.7 Moderate Earthquake Recorded Near 27 km SW of Sipí, Colombia
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck 27 km SW of Sipí, Colombia on September 16, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 51.5 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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USGS Confirms M4.6 Earthquake in Indonesia
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 43 km SE of Madang, Papua New Guinea on September 16, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 59.9 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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Magnitude 4.9 Moderate Earthquake Recorded Near Kermadec Islands, New Zealand
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck Kermadec Islands, New Zealand on September 16, 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 Strikes 191 km ESE of Kimbe, Papua New Guinea
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck 191 km ESE of Kimbe, Papua New Guinea on September 16, 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 (M5.0) Reported Near 29 km WSW of Sipí, Colombia
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck 29 km WSW of Sipí, Colombia on September 16, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 59.0 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: M5.1 Earthquake on September 16, 2026
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck 77 km SSW of San Jose Village, Northern Mariana Islands on September 16, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 110.8 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 Japan: M5.0 Earthquake on September 16, 2026
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck 5 km NE of Mitsukaidō, Japan on September 16, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 77.3 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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Moderate Earthquake (M4.5) Reported Near 6 km NW of Āwash, Ethiopia
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 6 km NW of Āwash, Ethiopia on September 16, 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.