Seismic News
Coverage of significant recent earthquakes and seismic events worldwide.
🌍
Seismic News
USGS Confirms M5.2 Earthquake in Indonesia
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck 48 km NE of Ruteng, Indonesia on August 23, 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.
🌍
Seismic News
M5.3 Earthquake Hits the Pacific region — What We Know
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck 127 km W of Lata, Solomon Islands on August 23, 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.
🌍
Seismic News
M4.5 Earthquake Strikes 23 km ESE of Coihueco, Chile
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 23 km ESE of Coihueco, Chile on August 23, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 102.5 km and is classified as a moderate earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.
🌍
Seismic News
Seismic Activity in the Philippines: M4.7 Earthquake on August 23, 2026
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck 61 km ESE of Mangili, Philippines on August 23, 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.
🌍
Seismic News
Earthquake Report: Magnitude 4.5 Event Near 80 km W of El Aguilar, Argentina
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 80 km W of El Aguilar, Argentina on August 23, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 224.8 km and is classified as a moderate earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.
🌍
Seismic News
Earthquake Alert: M4.9 Event Detected in the affected region
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck South Sandwich Islands region on August 23, 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.
🌍
Seismic News
Strong Earthquake (M6.0) Reported Near 33 km SSW of Honchō, Japan
A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck 33 km SSW of Honchō, Japan on August 23, 2026. The event was recorded at a depth of 42.9 km and is classified as a strong earthquake. Learn about the seismic context, what the magnitude means, and safety guidance for the region.
🌍
Seismic News
M5.3 Earthquake Hits Africa — What We Know
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck southern Mid-Atlantic Ridge on August 23, 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.
🌍
Seismic News
Earthquake Alert: M4.8 Event Detected in China
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck 55 km N of Barishal, Pakistan on August 23, 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.