Tremor

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  4.2 Earthquake Hits Gujarat's Patan, No Casualties Reported

  An earthquake of 4.2 magnitude was recorded in Patan district of north Gujarat on Friday night, the Institute of Seismological Research (ISR) said.

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  Two Powerful Earthquakes Hit Cuba Within An Hour

  A second, more powerful quake rocked southern Cuba on Sunday, US geologists said, shortly after a first shallow tremor that did not prompt a tsunami alert.

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  Asteroid Apophis Could Experience Surface Changes Due to Earth’s Gravity During 2029 Flyby

  The asteroid Apophis, named after the ancient Egyptian god of chaos, is set to pass extremely close to Earth in 2029, potentially causing seismic activity and landslides on its surface due to Earth's gravity. These changes could alter Apophis’ surface, providing a rare opportunity to observe asteroid dynamics in real-time. A team from Johns Hopki...

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  When Earth Shook For 9 Days After Rockslide Triggered 650-Foot Tsunami

  A massive landslide in Greenland's Dickson Fjord in September 2023 triggered a tsunami that sent shockwaves around the world, causing seismic tremors that lasted for more than a week.

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  Climate Change Sent Sub-Surface Tremors, Caused Landslide For 9 Days: Study

  In September 2023, a 1.2 kilometre-high mountain peak in an East Greenland fjord - a narrow inlet of sea between two steep cliffs - collapsed, causing a tsunami about 200 metres tall.

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  Pakistan Jolted By 5.7 Magnitude Earthquake, Tremors Felt In India

  A 5.7 magnitude earthquake jolted parts of Pakistan, including the capital Islamabad, on Wednesday, according to the country's meteorological department.

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  5.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Japan, Tremors Felt In Central Tokyo

  An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.1 struck off the Japanese prefecture of Ibaraki, just northeast of Tokyo, the country's weather agency said.

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  "Building Was Swaying": Taiwan Hit By 5.4 Magnitude Earthquake

  A 5.4 magnitude earthquake hit northeastern Taiwan on Thursday, the US Geological Survey (USGS) said, with the tremor shaking buildings in Taipei but causing no major damage.

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  Japan Lifts Megaquake Warning, Says Citizens Can Return To Normal Life

  Japan on Thursday ended its call for higher-than-usual risks of a major earthquake, one week after a strong tremor on the edge of the Nankai Trough seabed zone caused the government to issue its first-ever megaquake advisory.

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  Explainer: Why Did Japan Scientists Issue 'Megaquake' Advisory

  Japan's earthquake scientists say the country should prepare for a possible "megaquake" one day that could kill hundreds of thousands of people -- although they stress the warning does not mean a colossal tremor is imminent.

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  Japan's Megaquake Advisory Follows 7.1 Magnitude Tremor

  Japan's earthquake scientists have warned of the possibility of a coming "megaquake" after eight people were injured Thursday by one of magnitude 7.1 in the south.

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  7.2 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Central Peru Coast, Tsunami Alert Lifted

  A magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck off the coast of central Peru on Friday, the United States Geological Survey said, but a tsunami threat from the tremor has passed.

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  "Strong" 5.5 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Taiwan: Report

  Taiwan's capital was shaken by a "strong" earthquake early Monday evening, AFP staff reported, with the Central Weather Administration saying it was a magnitude-5.5 tremor originating in eastern Hualien.

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  5.5 Earthquake Hits US's New Jersey, Tremors In New York City

  New York City was shaken by a small earthquake on Friday with a 4.8 magnitude and an epicenter in neighboring New Jersey state, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).

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  5.3 Earthquake Hits Chamba In Himachal Pradesh

  An earthquake of 5.3 magnitude hit Chamba town in Himachal Pradesh this evening. Strong tremors were felt across the town and also in Manali.