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United News of India
4 days ago
- Climate
- United News of India
5.3 magnitude earthquake sets off in Indonesia's eastern Maluku province, no damage reported
Jakarta, June 4 (UNI) An earthquake measured at over 5.3 on the Richter scale set off in Indonesia's eastern Maluku province on Wednesday, as per the country's Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency. The quake had a very shallow depth of 20 km (12 mi) and was not felt (or at least not reported so), according to Volcano Discovery. The tremors occurred at 10:43 a.m. Jakarta time (0343 GMT) with the quake's epicenter located 66 km southeast of Seram Bagian Timur Regency at a depth of 20 km beneath the seabed. The strength of the tremors was measured at III to IV MMI (Modified Mercalli Intensity) in the district. Despite the intensity of the earthquake, no tsunami alert was issued by the agency as the tremors would not trigger large waves, reports Xinhua. Daryono, head of the agency's quake and tsunami mitigation division, said that no preliminary reports about damages or casualties were reported from the tremors. Additionally, a magnitude 5.4 earthquake struck near the country's Fakfak region. The quake was reported to have occurred at a depth of 58 km, happened around noon today, local time. While initial reports suggest the quake likely caused no significant damage, residents near the epicenter might have felt light shaking. Different agencies are still refining their data, with magnitudes ranging from 5.1 to 5.7. An archipelago, Indonesia is prone to frequent seismic and volcanic activities due to its location within the notorious "Pacific Ring of Fire." The location is known to be volatile boundary where several colossal tectonic plates occur on a regular basis, resulting in strong earthquakes. UNI ANV GNK
Ya Biladi
23-05-2025
- Science
- Ya Biladi
4.1 magnitude earthquake hits near Khemisset
An earthquake of moderate intensity, measuring 4.1 on the Richter scale, struck on Friday, May 23, 2025, at 12:16 PM in an area located 33 kilometers southwest of Khemisset, at a depth of approximately 10 kilometers. Earlier, the Spanish National Geographic Institute (IGN) had reported an earthquake with a magnitude of 4.5 occurring 48 kilometers southwest of Khemisset, at a depth of 23 kilometers. This initial magnitude was later revised to 4.1. Other institutions, such as the Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) and the RaspberryShake network, reported varying magnitudes ranging from 3.8 to 4.5, according to the VolcanoDiscovery website, which specializes in monitoring seismic and volcanic activity. Residents felt mild tremors in several towns and villages, including Tiddas, Oulmes, Khemisset, Tifelt, and Ain Aouda, as well as in more distant areas such as New Salé, Temara, Rabat, and Kenitra.
Ya Biladi
06-05-2025
- Climate
- Ya Biladi
3.7 magnitude earthquake hits Amizmiz, near Marrakech
An earthquake struck Amizmiz, a small town south of Marrakech, on Tuesday afternoon, May 6, 2025, according to VolcanoDiscovery, a website specializing in seismic activity monitoring. The tremor was recorded at exactly 12:22 p.m. with a magnitude of 3.7 on the Richter scale and occurred at a depth of 5 kilometers, the same source reported. Several residents in the surrounding areas felt the quake. This latest tremor comes amid ongoing seismic activity in the region, following the devastating earthquake that hit Al Haouz province in September 2023, which continues to fuel concern among local residents.
Yahoo
03-03-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
4.2 magnitude earthquake hits Culberson County
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A magnitude 4.2 earthquake on Sunday, March 2 shook Culberson County in West Texas, according to the U.S. Geological Survey and others who track earthquakes. The earthquake hit at about 3:30 p.m. Mountain time and was centered about 30 miles south of Whites City, New Mexico, which is the town where Carlsbad Caverns National Park is located, according to the USGS. Volcano Discovery, which also tracks earthquakes, said the quake happened in Culberson County, but there was no significant damage or impact. On Feb. 14, a 4.9 magnitude earthquake, centered about 30 miles northwest of Toyah, Texas in Reeves County, could be felt in El Paso and elsewhere in the Borderland. In a story KTSM reported last week, scientists say fracking, a process associated with oil and gas exploration, has led to an increase in earthquakes in West Texas in the past decade. Scientists say fracking is behind frequent earthquakes in West Texas Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Ya Biladi
11-02-2025
- Climate
- Ya Biladi
Morocco : 5.1-magnitude earthquake felt in Tangier, Rabat, Fez, and Casablanca
Estimated read time: 1' On February 10, 2025, at precisely 11:48 PM local time, northern Morocco was rattled by a magnitude 5.1 earthquake, as reported by the specialized site, VolcanoDiscovery. The quake's epicenter was pinpointed 26 kilometers east of Souk El Arbaa du Gharb, with its tremors reaching as far as Casablanca, affecting a significant portion of the kingdom's northern region. Morocco's susceptibility to seismic activity is attributed to its geographical location at the juncture of the African and Eurasian tectonic plates. This positioning makes the country prone to frequent, and occasionally devastating, earthquakes. A notable instance occurred on September 8, 2023, when a powerful 6.8 magnitude quake struck the High Atlas region, approximately 70 kilometers southwest of Marrakech, resulting in extensive damage and numerous casualties. As of now, Moroccan authorities have yet to release any official reports regarding potential damage or casualties stemming from the February 10 tremor. Residents in the affected areas are urged to remain alert and adhere to safety guidelines in anticipation of possible aftershocks.
