Afghanistan: A powerful 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck Jalalabad, Afghanistan, killing over 800  people and injuring many others. Watch the video to know more updates on this!

Magnitude 6.0 quake jolts Afghanistan's Nangarhar province 

A powerful and devastating earthquake has struck Afghanistan, leaving more than 500 people dead and over 800 injured. Rescue operations are underway as authorities and humanitarian agencies rush to respond to the crisis. Homes have collapsed, infrastructure has been damaged, and survivors are still being pulled from the rubble.

Afghanistan earthquake: Over 800 dead, epicenter reported near Jalalabad

Afghanistan earthquake: Deadly earthquake jolts Afghanistan; over 800 killed, over 100 injured

The Nepal earthquake in 2015 (7.8 magnitude) killed nearly 9,000 people. Earlier, the 2005 Kashmir earthquake killed more than 70,000. These events underline how dangerous Himalayan tectonic shifts can be.

The Nepal earthquake in 2015 (7.8 magnitude) killed nearly 9,000 people. Earlier, the 2005 Kashmir earthquake killed more than 70,000. These events underline how dangerous Himalayan tectonic shifts can be.

Afghanistan earthquake: Could Himalayas trigger Asia’s deadliest tectonic shift?

An earthquake of magnitude 5.6 struck the Hindu Kush region in Afghanistan on Wednesday (Aug 27), according to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). The quake was reported at a depth of 125 km (77 miles), EMSC said. The epicentre was located 164 km east of Baghlan, a city with a population of about 108,000. There were no reports of injuries or damage immediately.This is the second quake that jolted the Hindu Kush region this month. On August 2, an earthquake of magnitude 5.0 hit the region at a depth of 123 km. There were no reports of damage or casualties following the tremors.Notably, Afghanistan frequently experiences seismic activity, especially in the Hindu Kush mountain range. This is because the location sits in a geologically active zone. Several fault lines are there beneath Afghanistan, the meeting point of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates.<h2>Earthquake of magnitude 6 strikes Taiwan</h2>Meanwhile, another earthquake of magnitude 6 struck in the sea off the northeast coast of Taiwan, the authorities said. There were no immediate reports of damage. Tremors were felt in the capital, Taipei, as the quake shook the buildings briefly. According to the state weather department, the quake occurred about 20km offshore from Yilan County and had a depth of 112 km.&nbsp;(more details to follow)

Magnitude 5.6 earthquake jolts Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush region

An earthquake of magnitude 5.6 struck the Hindu Kush region in Afghanistan on Wednesday (Aug 27), according to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). The quake was reported at a depth of 125 km (77 miles), EMSC said. The epicentre was located 164 km east of Baghlan, a city with a population of about 108,000. There were no reports of injuries or damage immediately. This is the second quake that jolted the Hindu Kush region this month. On August 2, an earthquake of magnitude 5.0 hit the region at a depth of 123 km. There were no reports of damage or casualties following the tremors. Notably, Afghanistan frequently experiences seismic activity, especially in the Hindu Kush mountain range. This is because the location sits in a geologically active zone. Several fault lines are there beneath Afghanistan, the meeting point of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates. Earthquake of magnitude 6 strikes Taiwan Meanwhile, another earthquake of magnitude 6 struck in the sea off the northeast coast of Taiwan, the authorities said. There were no immediate reports of damage. Tremors were felt in the capital, Taipei, as the quake shook the buildings briefly. According to the state weather department, the quake occurred about 20km offshore from Yilan County and had a depth of 112 km. (more details to follow)

Magnitude 5.6 earthquake jolts Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush region

A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.0 was recorded off the coast of Russia Region, the local branch of the Federal Research Center of the Geophysical Service of the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS) reported. 

6.0 magnitude earthquake strikes Russia, tremors felt across Azerbaijan

A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.5 hit the Drake Passage on Friday (Aug 22) at 4:16 PM HST, as reported by the US Tsunami Warning System. The quake occurred at a depth of about 36 kilometers. Located between the southern tip of South America and Antarctica, the Drake Passage is a seismically active area due to its complex tectonic setting. Although the earthquake was powerful, authorities in Hawaii confirmed there is no tsunami threat to the islands. The earthquake struck more than 700 km (435 miles) southeast of Argentina's city of Ushuaia, with a population of about 57,000, the USGS said. Earlier, the earthquake was recorded at 8.0 magnitude, but the United States Geological Survey later downgraded it to 7.5.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/2-earthquakes-in-7-minutes-hit-gujarat-s-kutch-1755796821469">2 earthquakes in 7 minutes hit Gujarat's Kutch, no casuality reported</a>

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<h2>Is there a tsunami warning?</h2>The National Tsunami Warning Center has clarified that there is no tsunami danger or active alert for the Puerto Rico-Virgin Islands area at this time, as stated on its website. While areas closer to the epicentre may be at risk, no tsunami alerts have been issued for more distant Pacific regions at this time. The earthquake struck over 700 km southeast of Argentina’s southern city of Ushuaia, which has a population of about 57,000, according to the USGS.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/3-7-magnitude-earthquake-hits-pakistan-a-day-after-5-2-tremor-shook-islamabad-1755668229092">3.7-magnitude earthquake hits Pakistan a day after 5.2 tremor shook Islamabad</a><h3>Earthquake and Ring of Fire</h3>This earthquake and a series of other earthquakes in the past month have raised fresh concerns about increased seismic activity along the Pacific “Ring of Fire,” a region well-known for frequent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. The recent earthquake in the Drake Passage comes amid a surge in global seismic activity over recent months. On August 17, a magnitude 5.8 underwater quake struck Indonesia’s Central Sulawesi province, leaving 29 people injured, including two in critical condition. The epicentre was located 15 kilometres north of Poso district and was followed by at least 15 aftershocks. No tsunami warning was issued. Many of the injured were attending a Sunday church service, according to Indonesia’s National Disaster Mitigation Agency.&nbsp;Earlier in July, a powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake hit Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula. The quake occurred roughly 74 miles offshore from Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky at a depth of 13 miles. It generated tsunami waves up to 13.1 feet in some Russian coastal areas, with smaller waves also reaching Japan and Hawaii.&nbsp;&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/7-ways-japan-manages-earthquake-diasters-really-well-despite-sitting-on-a-volatile-seismic-zone-japanese-quake-manga-prediction-island-preparedness-1751887601630">7 ways how Japan manages earthquake diasters really well despite sitting on a volatile seismic zone</a><h2>Frequently asked FAQs around earthquake&nbsp;</h2><ul><li>How are earthquakes measured?</li></ul>Earthquakes are measured by their magnitude and intensity.Magnitude (e.g., Richter or Moment Magnitude Scale) measures the energy released.Intensity (e.g., Modified Mercalli Scale) assesses the earthquake's effects on people, structures, and the environment.&nbsp;<ul><li>What is the "epicenter" of an earthquake? The epicenter is the point on the Earth’s surface directly above where the earthquake originates underground, known as the focus or hypocenter.</li><li>Can earthquakes be predicted? No, earthquakes cannot be precisely predicted. Scientists can estimate probabilities in certain regions, but the exact time, location, and magnitude remain unpredictable.</li><li>What should I do during an earthquake?</li></ul>Indoors: Drop, cover, and hold on. Stay away from windows and heavy furniture.Outdoors: Move to an open area away from buildings, trees, and power lines.In a vehicle: Pull over safely and stay inside until the shaking stops.&nbsp;<ul><li>Can earthquakes cause tsunamis? Yes. Undersea earthquakes, especially those with a magnitude above 7.5, can displace large volumes of water and trigger tsunamis.</li></ul>

A magnitude 8.0 earthquake struck the Drake Passage at 4:16 PM HST, 36 km deep. Located between South America and Antarctica, the area is prone to quakes. Despite the quake’s strength, Hawaii faces no tsunami threat. Nearby Pacific areas may be at risk, but no warnings are currently issued.

A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.5 hit the Drake Passage on Friday (Aug 22) at 4:16 PM HST, as reported by the US Tsunami Warning System. The quake occurred at a depth of about 36 kilometers. Located between the southern tip of South America and Antarctica, the Drake Passage is a seismically active area due to its complex tectonic setting. Although the earthquake was powerful, authorities in Hawaii confirmed there is no tsunami threat to the islands. The earthquake struck more than 700 km (435 miles) southeast of Argentina's city of Ushuaia, with a population of about 57,000, the USGS said. Earlier, the earthquake was recorded at 8.0 magnitude, but the United States Geological Survey later downgraded it to 7.5. Read More | 2 earthquakes in 7 minutes hit Gujarat's Kutch, no casuality reported

A magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck the Drake Passage at 4:16 PM HST, 36 km deep. Located between South America and Antarctica, the area is prone to quakes. Despite the quake’s strength, Hawaii faces no tsunami threat. Nearby Pacific areas may be at risk, but no warnings are currently issued.

Massive 7.5 magnitude earthquake hits Drake Passage between South America and Antarctica: Is there a tsunami warning

A powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck the Drake Passage near South America early Friday, triggering a tsunami precaution alert for the Chilean Antarctic territory. The quake, initially recorded as magnitude 8.0, was later downgraded by the USGS. The epicenter was located over 700 km southeast of Argentina's Ushuaia, at a shallow depth of 11 km.

 Strong 7.5 magnitude earthquake hits drake passage in South-America 

Two earthquakes hit the Indian state of Gujarat back-to-back on Thursday (August 21). The quakes were minor and hit Kutch in a gap of seven minutes. According to the data provided by the Institute of Seismological Research (ISR), the first tremor of magnitude 3.4 was recorded at 10.12 pm. The epicenter was 20 km away from Kutch - in Bhachau, a town that was severely impacted by the devastating 2001 earthquake. Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-doesn-t-have-courage-to-meet-zelensky-german-chancellor-says-here-s-what-russian-president-says-1755558363160">Putin doesn't have 'courage' to meet Zelensky? German Chancellor says. Here's what Russian president says</a> The district disaster management authority of the area said they did not receive any reports of casualties or injuries. Kutch is located in a very high-risk seismic zone, and low-intensity tremors are a regular occurrence in the region.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/did-trump-pause-his-meeting-with-zelensky-to-call-putin-here-s-what-we-know-1755554318148">Did Trump pause his meeting with Zelensky to call Putin? Here's what we know</a> This came around a month after a massive quake hit the Bay of Bengal. An earthquake of magnitude 6.3 jolted the Bay of Bengal on July 29. The epicentre of the quake was positioned at a latitude of 6.82°N and a longitude of 93.37°E, at a shallow depth of 10 km, according to the National Centre for Seismology.&nbsp;Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-in-a-week-or-two-will-know-if-we-can-solve-this-trump-on-russia-ukraine-ceasefire-1755552131231"> ‘In a week or two will know if we can solve this’: Trump on Russia-Ukraine ceasefire</a> The tremor occurred at 00:11:50 IST, affecting the coastal regions and islands that are still being assessed. Following the earthquake, no immediate reports of damage or casualties were reported.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/supreme-court-s-major-verdict-allows-trump-to-cut-around-800mn-of-research-funding-in-anti-dei-push-1755811728794">Supreme Court's major verdict - Allows Trump to cut around $800mn of research funding in anti-DEI push</a>&nbsp;Similarly, another powerful earthquake of magnitude 6.5 hit the Nicobar Islands region early Tuesday; however, officials reported no tsunami threat.

Two minor earthquakes hit Gujarat back-to-back within seven minutes. The epicenter of the quakes was in Bhachau - a region which was hit by the massive 2001 earthquake of the state. 


Two earthquakes hit the Indian state of Gujarat back-to-back on Thursday (August 21). The quakes were minor and hit Kutch in a gap of seven minutes. According to the data provided by the Institute of Seismological Research (ISR), the first tremor of magnitude 3.4 was recorded at 10.12 pm. The epicenter was 20 km away from Kutch - in Bhachau, a town that was severely impacted by the devastating 2001 earthquake. Also read: Putin doesn't have 'courage' to meet Zelensky? German Chancellor says. Here's what Russian president says The district disaster management authority of the area said they did not receive any reports of casualties or injuries. Kutch is located in a very high-risk seismic zone, and low-intensity tremors are a regular occurrence in the region. Also read: Did Trump pause his meeting with Zelensky to call Putin? Here's what we know This came around a month after a massive quake hit the Bay of Bengal. An earthquake of magnitude 6.3 jolted the Bay of Bengal on July 29. The epicentre of the quake was positioned at a latitude of 6.82°N and a longitude of 93.37°E, at a shallow depth of 10 km, according to the National Centre for Seismology. Also read: ‘In a week or two will know if we can solve this’: Trump on Russia-Ukraine ceasefire The tremor occurred at 00:11:50 IST, affecting the coastal regions and islands that are still being assessed. Following the earthquake, no immediate reports of damage or casualties were reported. Also read: Supreme Court's major verdict - Allows Trump to cut around $800mn of research funding in anti-DEI push Similarly, another powerful earthquake of magnitude 6.5 hit the Nicobar Islands region early Tuesday; however, officials reported no tsunami threat.

Two minor earthquakes hit India's Gujarat back-to-back within seven minutes. The epicenter of the quakes was in Bhachau - a region which was hit by the massive 2001 earthquake of the state.

2 earthquakes in 7 minutes hit Gujarat's Kutch, no casuality reported

An earthquake of magnitude 4.9 jolted off the east coast of Kamchatka, Russia, on Wednesday. The quake occurred at a shallow depth of 10 km, according to a report by the USGS.&nbsp;The site is also 155 km SE of Petropavlovsk of Russia. However, no immediate reports of damage or casualties were found.&nbsp;&nbsp;(This is a developing story. More details are awaited.)

Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula experienced an earthquake of magnitude 4.9 at 5:31 am on Wednesday. However, no immediate reports of damage or casualties were found.

An earthquake of magnitude 4.9 jolted off the east coast of Kamchatka, Russia, on Wednesday. The quake occurred at a shallow depth of 10 km, according to a report by the USGS. The site is also 155 km SE of Petropavlovsk of Russia. However, no immediate reports of damage or casualties were found. (This is a developing story. More details are awaited.)

Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula experienced an earthquake of magnitude 4.9 at 5:31 am on Wednesday. However, no immediate reports of damage or casualties were found.

Magnitude 4.9 earthquake jolts east coast of Russia's Kamchatka

Strong tremors were felt on Tuesday in the eastern Indonesian region of Papua after an earthquake hit the region at around 5:24 pm (0824 GMT). The United States Geological Survey said the magnitude of the earthquake was nearly 6.3 and the depth was around 10 km. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said that there was no threat of a tsunami in the region after the earthquake. The epicentre of the earthquake was about 193 kilometres northwest of the town of Abepura in Papua. There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage.&nbsp;As per reports, Jayapura in Papua, Indonesia; Vanimo and Sandaun in Papua New Guinea; Agats in South Papua, Indonesia; and Nabire in Central Papua, Indonesia, also experienced strong tremors when the quake hit.The USGS official website said that the peak ground velocity during the earthquake was nearly 20 cm per second, which falls under the category of ‘very strong shaking’.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Notable quake, preliminary info: M 6.3 - 193 km WNW of Abepura, Indonesia <a href="https://t.co/ogOzfVPhPN">https://t.co/ogOzfVPhPN</a>&mdash; USGS Earthquakes (@USGS_Quakes) <a href="https://twitter.com/USGS_Quakes/status/1955188775233208362?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The archipelago nation experiences frequent earthquakes due to its position on the Pacific “Ring of Fire”, an arc of intense seismic activity where tectonic plates collide, and it stretches from Japan through Southeast Asia and across the Pacific basin that makes it vulnerable to natural disasters like earthquakes and tsunamis every year. A magnitude 6.2 quake that shook Sulawesi in January 2021 killed more than 100 people and left thousands homeless. <h2>Region often shaken by earthquakes</h2> The earthquake struck just about five days after the New Britain region in Papua New Guinea was jolted by a 5.9 magnitude quake, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). It was at a depth of 58 km (36.04 miles), EMSC added.Last month, Papua New Guinea experienced similar tremors, when an earthquake of 5.8 magnitude struck the region. The earthquake was at a depth of 106 kms (66 miles), according to the German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ)Earlier in April 2025, a 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Papua New Guinea’s New Ireland province on April 12.

The epicentre of the earthquake was about 193 kilometres northwest of the town of Abepura in Papua. The USGS website said that the peak ground velocity during the earthquake was at nearly 20 cm per second, which falls under the category of ‘very strong shaking’.

Strong tremors were felt on Tuesday in the eastern Indonesian region of Papua after an earthquake hit the region at around 5:24 pm (0824 GMT). The United States Geological Survey said the magnitude of the earthquake was nearly 6.3 and the depth was around 10 km. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said that there was no threat of a tsunami in the region after the earthquake. The epicentre of the earthquake was about 193 kilometres northwest of the town of Abepura in Papua. There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage. As per reports, Jayapura in Papua, Indonesia; Vanimo and Sandaun in Papua New Guinea; Agats in South Papua, Indonesia; and Nabire in Central Papua, Indonesia, also experienced strong tremors when the quake hit. The USGS official website said that the peak ground velocity during the earthquake was nearly 20 cm per second, which falls under the category of ‘very strong shaking’.

The epicentre of the earthquake was about 193 kilometres northwest of the town of Abepura in Papua. The USGS website said that the peak ground velocity during the earthquake was at nearly 20 cm per second, which falls under the category of ‘very strong shaking’.

6.3 magnitude quake jolts Papua in Indonesia; ‘very strong shaking’ reported

The US Geological Survey (USGS) reported a magnitude of 3.0 earthquake in New Jersey late on Saturday (August 2). Multiple reports suggested that tremors were felt in New York, Westchester and Rockland. The USGS recorded in the suburb of Hasbrouck Heights, less than 8 miles (13 kilometers) west of Central Park, at a depth of about 6.2 miles (10 kilometers).Videos on social media showed violent shaking. While the quake caused no reported damage or injuries, it briefly unsettled residents in both New Jersey and New York City, with residents sharing their experience online. Earlier, a moderately strong, 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck in Mexico on Saturday, according to the USGS. However, the 3.3 magnitude quake was much milder than a 4.8-magnitude quake in 2024 that struck in Tewksbury, New Jersey, a little farther west of the city.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Anyone in New York City just felt an earthquake…? <a href="https://t.co/PFpUJH6T43">pic.twitter.com/PFpUJH6T43</a>— Jasbir Karhana (@iJasbirKarhana) <a href="https://twitter.com/iJasbirKarhana/status/1951833715656818728?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The earthquake comes three days after a very powerful magnitude 8.8 earthquake hit Russia's Far Eastern Kamchatka coast, triggering tsunami warnings as far away as French Polynesia and Chile, and was followed by an eruption of the most active volcano on the peninsula.The shallow quake damaged buildings and injured several people in the remote Russian region, while much of Japan's eastern seaboard - devastated by a 9.0 magnitude earthquake and tsunami in 2011 - was ordered to evacuate, as were parts of Hawaii. Tsunami and earthquake warnings were issued in multiple cities in United States including Alaska.&nbsp;&nbsp;Tsunami waves also hit the Marquesas on Wednesday. Some initial wave surges were reported on Nuku Hiva, the largest of the Marquesas, about 1,400 km northeast of Tahiti, and between five to 10 additional waves were expected in the coming hours, news agency Reuters reported. Russian scientists said the quake in Kamchatka was the most powerful to hit the region since 1952. The US Geological Survey said it was shallow, at a depth of 19.3 km (12 miles), and centred 119 km (74 miles) east-southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, a city of 165,000.

The US Geological Survey (USGS) reported a magnitude of 3.0 earthquake in New Jersey late on Saturday (August 2). Multiple reports suggested that tremors were felt in New York, Westchester and Rockland. 

The US Geological Survey (USGS) reported a magnitude of 3.0 earthquake in New Jersey late on Saturday (August 2). Multiple reports suggested that tremors were felt in New York, Westchester and Rockland. The USGS recorded in the suburb of Hasbrouck Heights, less than 8 miles (13 kilometers) west of Central Park, at a depth of about 6.2 miles (10 kilometers).Videos on social media showed violent shaking. While the quake caused no reported damage or injuries, it briefly unsettled residents in both New Jersey and New York City, with residents sharing their experience online. Earlier, a moderately strong, 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck in Mexico on Saturday, according to the USGS. However, the 3.3 magnitude quake was much milder than a 4.8-magnitude quake in 2024 that struck in Tewksbury, New Jersey, a little farther west of the city.

The US Geological Survey (USGS) reported a magnitude of 3.0 earthquake in New Jersey late on Saturday (August 2). Multiple reports suggested that tremors were felt in New York, Westchester and Rockland.&nbsp;

Earthquake of 3.3 magnitude hits New Jersey, tremors felt in New York - Video

An earthquake of magnitude 5.5 hit Afghanistan in the early hours of Saturday, as reported by the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). Apart from this, four earthquakes have occurred in Afghanistan in the last 1-7 days, according to the NCS.&nbsp;

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The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA), Afghanistan, noted that the country remains highly vulnerable to natural disasters, including seasonal flooding, landslides and earthquakes. These frequent earthquakes in Afghanistan cause damage to vulnerable communities, which are already grappling with decades of conflict and under-development and have left them with little resilience to cope with multiple simultaneous shocks, UNOCHA noted.&nbsp;Afghanistan has a history of powerful earthquakes, and the Hindu Kush Mountain range is a geologically active area where quakes occur every year, according to the Red Cross. Afghanistan sits on numerous fault lines between the Indian and the Eurasian tectonic plates, with a fault line also running directly through Herat. There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage. More details are awaited.

An earthquake of magnitude 5.5 hit Afghanistan in the early hours of Saturday, as reported by the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). Apart from this, four earthquakes have occurred in Afghanistan in the last 1-7 days, according to the NCS. 

Earthquake of magnitude 5.5 hits Afghanistan's Hindu Kush area

An earthquake of magnitude 8.8 struck off Russia’s far eastern Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday (July 30, 2025), causing tsunamis up to four metres (12 feet) high across the Pacific. The earthquake unleashed powerful tsunami waves that threatened sparsely populated areas across the Pacific, sparking evacuations from Hawaii to Japan.&nbsp;The quake has caused tsunamis to rise to four metres (12 feet). However, the full extent of the damage from the Kamchatka earthquake and tsunami has not been ascertained. This earthquake is the largest since 2004, when one of magnitude 9.1 near Indonesia's Sumatra Island triggered an Indian Ocean tsunami that claimed around 220,000 people in 11 nations.&nbsp;But do you know the top deadliest tsunamis in the last 500 years, which have claimed several lives and devastated several infrastructures? Here is the list of the top 10 deadliest tsunamis.&nbsp;

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>S. No</td><td>Tsunami</td><td>Location</td><td>Casualties</td></tr><tr><td>1.</td><td>Indian Ocean Earthquake and Tsunami (2004)</td><td>Sumatra, Indonesia &amp; Indian Ocean countries</td><td>Over 230,000 deaths across 13 countries</td></tr><tr><td>2.</td><td>Japan Tōhoku Earthquake and Tsunami (2011)</td><td>North Pacific Coast, Japan</td><td>Over 18,500 deaths, Damage to $235 billion USD properties (including Fukushima nuclear disaster damage)</td></tr><tr><td>3.</td><td>Krakatoa Volcanic Tsunami (1883)</td><td>Sunda Strait, Indonesia</td><td>Over 36,000 deaths</td></tr><tr><td>4.</td><td>Peru-Chile Tsunami (1868)</td><td>Coast of Peru and Chile</td><td>Over 25,000 deaths</td></tr><tr><td>5.</td><td>1792 Unzen Earthquake and Tsunami</td><td>Japan (Shimabara Peninsula)</td><td>Over 15,000 deaths</td></tr><tr><td>6.</td><td>1946 Aleutian Islands Earthquake &amp; Tsunami</td><td>Near the Alaskan coast</td><td>Over 165 deaths and extensive damage of properties</td></tr><tr><td>7.</td><td>1700 Cascadia Earthquake &amp; Tsunami</td><td>Pacific Northwest, USA/Canada coast</td><td>Exact figures are unknown (estimated in the 1,000s)</td></tr><tr><td>8.</td><td>1960 Great Chilean Earthquake &amp; Tsunami</td><td>Chile</td><td>Over 1600 deaths</td></tr><tr><td>9.</td><td>2006 Pangandaran Tsunami</td><td>Java, Indonesia</td><td>Over 700 deaths</td></tr><tr><td>10.</td><td>1958 Lituya Bay Megatsunami</td><td>Alaska, USA</td><td>2 deaths</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Historically, the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami remains the deadliest in modern history, claiming around 230,000 lives and causing multibillion-dollar property damage. The tsunami was triggered by a massive 9.1 magnitude undersea earthquake near Sumatra.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/shaking-the-earth-top-10-countries-most-affected-by-earthquakes-where-does-india-stand-1753859562221">Top 10 countries most affected by Earthquakes—Where does India stand?</a>&nbsp;The recent earthquake in Russia has become the strongest since 1952. It was “the world's first recorded magnitude 9 earthquake.”&nbsp;It is marked as the sixth most severe earthquake in global history, along with the 2010 earthquake in Biobío, Chile, and the 1906 earthquake in Esmeraldas, Ecuador, along with a massive 9.1 magnitude undersea earthquake near Sumatra.&nbsp;Following the tsunami warning in the coastal regions of Russia, Japan, and the US, officials reported that the population of around 2,000 people was evacuated. In addition, several people were injured in Russia by the quake, but none seriously, according to state media Zvezda.&nbsp;Around 1.9 million people have been also asked to evacuate in Japan, and authorities urged residents to reach higher ground over a possible tsunami.

After a severe earthquake in Russia on Wednesday (July 30) triggered tsunami warnings across the coastal regions of the US and Japan, you might be wondering about the world's deadliest tsunamis. Let's have a look at the top 10 deadliest tsunamis in the last 500 years.

An earthquake of magnitude 8.8 struck off Russia’s far eastern Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday (July 30, 2025), causing tsunamis up to four metres (12 feet) high across the Pacific. The earthquake unleashed powerful tsunami waves that threatened sparsely populated areas across the Pacific, sparking evacuations from Hawaii to Japan. The quake has caused tsunamis to rise to four metres (12 feet). However, the full extent of the damage from the Kamchatka earthquake and tsunami has not been ascertained. This earthquake is the largest since 2004, when one of magnitude 9.1 near Indonesia's Sumatra Island triggered an Indian Ocean tsunami that claimed around 220,000 people in 11 nations. But do you know the top deadliest tsunamis in the last 500 years, which have claimed several lives and devastated several infrastructures? Here is the list of the top 10 deadliest tsunamis.

After a severe earthquake in Russia on Wednesday (July 30) triggered tsunami warnings across the coastal regions of the US and Japan, you might be wondering about the world's deadliest tsunamis. Let's have a look at the top 10 deadliest tsunamis in the last 500 years.

'Waves of Destruction': Top 10 deadliest tsunamis that shook the Earth in last 500 years

An earthquake of magnitude 6.3 jolted the Bay of Bengal in the early hours of Tuesday. The epicentre of the quake was positioned at a latitude of 6.82°N and a longitude of 93.37°E, at a shallow depth of 10 km, according to the National Centre for Seismology.&nbsp;The tremor occurred at 00:11:50 IST, affecting the coastal regions and islands that are still being assessed. Following the earthquake, no immediate reports of damage or casualties were reported.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/why-does-delhi-experience-frequent-earthquakes-all-you-need-to-know-1752125662260">Why does Delhi experience frequent Earthquakes? All you need to know</a>&nbsp;Similarly, another powerful earthquake of magnitude 6.5 hit the Nicobar Islands region early Tuesday; however, officials reported no tsunami threat.&nbsp;The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the quake took place at 12:12 am IST (18:42 GMT Monday) at a shallow depth of 10 km. The epicenter of the earthquake was found 259 km west-northwest of Sabang in Indonesia’s Aceh province.&nbsp;Additionally, there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties, despite tremors being felt in surrounding areas.<h3>Earthquake tremors felt in Delhi-NCR</h3>Similarly, earthquake tremors were felt in Delhi NCR on Friday (July 11) around 7:50 pm. Notably, it was the second earthquake in a week that jolted India's National Capital Region. On Thursday, another earthquake of 4.4 magnitude hit Delhi NCR.&nbsp;The National Centre of Seismology (NCS) in a post on X, stated that the epicentre was Jhajjar, Haryana."EQ of M: 3.7, On: 11/07/2025 19:49:43 IST, Lat: 28.68 N, Long: 76.72 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Jhajjar, Haryana," the NCS wrote in the post.&nbsp;There have been no reports of any damage or casualties. While people on social media have been wondering whether it was aftershocks of yesterday's earthquake or a second earthquake. Delhi falls in Seismic Zone IV, which is categorised as a "High Damage Risk Zone" and indicates a high potential for earthquakes of moderate to high intensity. &nbsp;

An earthquake of magnitude 6.5 hit the Nicobar Islands region, and a 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck the Bay of Bengal in the early hours of Tuesday. Surprisingly, there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties.

An earthquake of magnitude 6.3 jolted the Bay of Bengal in the early hours of Tuesday. The epicentre of the quake was positioned at a latitude of 6.82°N and a longitude of 93.37°E, at a shallow depth of 10 km, according to the National Centre for Seismology. The tremor occurred at 00:11:50 IST, affecting the coastal regions and islands that are still being assessed. Following the earthquake, no immediate reports of damage or casualties were reported. Also read: Why does Delhi experience frequent Earthquakes? All you need to know Similarly, another powerful earthquake of magnitude 6.5 hit the Nicobar Islands region early Tuesday; however, officials reported no tsunami threat. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the quake took place at 12:12 am IST (18:42 GMT Monday) at a shallow depth of 10 km. The epicenter of the earthquake was found 259 km west-northwest of Sabang in Indonesia’s Aceh province. Additionally, there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties, despite tremors being felt in surrounding areas. Earthquake tremors felt in Delhi-NCR Similarly, earthquake tremors were felt in Delhi NCR on Friday (July 11) around 7:50 pm. Notably, it was the second earthquake in a week that jolted India's National Capital Region. On Thursday, another earthquake of 4.4 magnitude hit Delhi NCR. The National Centre of Seismology (NCS) in a post on X, stated that the epicentre was Jhajjar, Haryana. "EQ of M: 3.7, On: 11/07/2025 19:49:43 IST, Lat: 28.68 N, Long: 76.72 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Jhajjar, Haryana," the NCS wrote in the post. There have been no reports of any damage or casualties. While people on social media have been wondering whether it was aftershocks of yesterday's earthquake or a second earthquake. Delhi falls in Seismic Zone IV, which is categorised as a "High Damage Risk Zone" and indicates a high potential for earthquakes of moderate to high intensity.

An earthquake of magnitude 6.5 hit the Nicobar Islands region, and a 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck the Bay of Bengal in the early hours of Tuesday. Surprisingly, there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties.

Earthquake of magnitude 6.5 rocks Nicobar, 6.3 jolts Bay of Bengal; Could it trigger tsunami?

Scientists have revealed that an underground phenomenon in Oman changed the direction of India millions of years ago. Our country could have ended up in an altogether different place if it weren't for a "ghost" plume discovered under Oman. A magma plume is caught thick portion of Earth's crust and the upper part of the mantle under the Salma Plateau. The age of this plateau and the plume revealed how India landed where it is today. The plume is trapped and cannot trigger volcanic activity. However, a study has found that the pressure created by this plume shifted the trajectory of the Indian tectonic plate after it collided with Eurasia tens of millions of years ago. Oman's Salma Plateau is up to 6,600 feet high. Lead author of the study, Simone Pilia, a geophysicist and assistant professor at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals in Saudi Arabia, told Live Science that this plateau likely formed because of the ghost plume. Although some scientists also attribute it to the bending of Earth's crust created by the Makran subduction zone off the coasts of Pakistan and Iran. This plume presented itself during seismic studies, when the sound waves that travel through the Earth at different speeds were captured by several stations in Oman. The data revealed the plume was alive under the Salma plateau. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/is-a-rogue-planet-roaming-in-the-solar-system-dwarf-planet-sedna-2076-1752223198472">Scientists in race against time to reach outer world planet roaming in our solar system in 2076</a> &nbsp;<h2>Ghost plume under Oman moved India to where it is today</h2>The research was published in the journal Earth and Planetary Science Letters. Named the Dani plume, Pilai says that the uplift in this region of Oman proves that the plume is active. He says it is the first clear example of an amagmatic "ghost" plume, a name used for plumes that don't trigger volcanic eruption. Most mantle plumes trigger eruptions in the middle of oceanic plates. However, the one in Oman is trapped in continental plates - it can neither rise nor undergo decompression melting because these plates have a thicker crust and upper mantle. Pilai says that just because there are no volcanic eruptions, it doesn't mean there are no plumes under continental plates. There are no volcanic eruptions, but they can still result in changes in the topography of a region. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientists-detect-more-evidence-of-underground-city-in-egypt-this-time-under-great-sphinx-1752127738821">Claims of underground city under pyramids get a boost as scientists detect secret chambers under Great Sphinx</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/is-an-underwater-volcano-getting-ready-to-erupt-in-andaman-warning-issued-as-earthquakes-rock-thailand-myanmar-and-nicobar-1751628746437">Is an underwater volcano getting ready to erupt in Andaman? Warning issued as dozens of earthquakes rock Thailand, Myanmar and Nicobar</a><h2>Salma Plateau in Oman and its link to India</h2>The Salma Plateau is 40 million years old, which means that the Dani plume also dates back to around the same time. This is the time when a collision between the Indian and Eurasian plates occurred, and Pilia was left wondering if they could be related in some way. The two plates collided somewhere near Oman, after which they moved northward to their current positions. The researchers reconstructed the trajectory of the Indian plate. The results revealed that it changed direction slightly between 40 million and 25 million years ago. Pilai said that the "shear stress produced by the plume was the reason for the change in azimuth [angle] of the Indian plate." Magma plumes have been known to change the direction of tectonic plates, but only now has the movement of the Indian plate been tied to a specific plume.&nbsp; &nbsp;

How did India get to its present location? Could it have been somewhere else if history were different? A study has found that something under Oman changed Indias trajectory 40 million to 25 million years ago. A ghost plume pushed India and changed it forever.    

Scientists have revealed that an underground phenomenon in Oman changed the direction of India millions of years ago. Our country could have ended up in an altogether different place if it weren't for a "ghost" plume discovered under Oman. A magma plume is caught thick portion of Earth's crust and the upper part of the mantle under the Salma Plateau. The age of this plateau and the plume revealed how India landed where it is today. The plume is trapped and cannot trigger volcanic activity. However, a study has found that the pressure created by this plume shifted the trajectory of the Indian tectonic plate after it collided with Eurasia tens of millions of years ago. Oman's Salma Plateau is up to 6,600 feet high. Lead author of the study, Simone Pilia, a geophysicist and assistant professor at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals in Saudi Arabia, told Live Science that this plateau likely formed because of the ghost plume. Although some scientists also attribute it to the bending of Earth's crust created by the Makran subduction zone off the coasts of Pakistan and Iran. This plume presented itself during seismic studies, when the sound waves that travel through the Earth at different speeds were captured by several stations in Oman. The data revealed the plume was alive under the Salma plateau. Also Read: Scientists in race against time to reach outer world planet roaming in our solar system in 2076 Ghost plume under Oman moved India to where it is today The research was published in the journal Earth and Planetary Science Letters. Named the Dani plume, Pilai says that the uplift in this region of Oman proves that the plume is active. He says it is the first clear example of an amagmatic "ghost" plume, a name used for plumes that don't trigger volcanic eruption. Most mantle plumes trigger eruptions in the middle of oceanic plates. However, the one in Oman is trapped in continental plates - it can neither rise nor undergo decompression melting because these plates have a thicker crust and upper mantle. Pilai says that just because there are no volcanic eruptions, it doesn't mean there are no plumes under continental plates. There are no volcanic eruptions, but they can still result in changes in the topography of a region. Also Read: Claims of underground city under pyramids get a boost as scientists detect secret chambers under Great Sphinx Also Read: Is an underwater volcano getting ready to erupt in Andaman? Warning issued as dozens of earthquakes rock Thailand, Myanmar and Nicobar Salma Plateau in Oman and its link to India The Salma Plateau is 40 million years old, which means that the Dani plume also dates back to around the same time. This is the time when a collision between the Indian and Eurasian plates occurred, and Pilia was left wondering if they could be related in some way. The two plates collided somewhere near Oman, after which they moved northward to their current positions. The researchers reconstructed the trajectory of the Indian plate. The results revealed that it changed direction slightly between 40 million and 25 million years ago. Pilai said that the "shear stress produced by the plume was the reason for the change in azimuth [angle] of the Indian plate." Magma plumes have been known to change the direction of tectonic plates, but only now has the movement of the Indian plate been tied to a specific plume.

How did India get to its present location? Could it have been somewhere else if history were different? A study has found that something under Oman changed India's trajectory 40 million to 25 million years ago. A ghost plume pushed India and changed it forever. &nbsp; &nbsp;

Why is India where it is? Because 'ghost' force under Oman pushed it 40 million years ago

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Earthquake tremors were felt in Delhi NCR on Friday (July 11) around 7:50 pm. Notably, it was the second earthquake in a week, that jolted India's National Capital Region. On Thursday, another earthquake of 4.4 magnitude hit Delhi NCR.The National Centre of Seismology (NCS) in a post on X, stated that the epicentre was Jhajjar, Haryana."EQ of M: 3.7, On: 11/07/2025 19:49:43 IST, Lat: 28.68 N, Long: 76.72 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Jhajjar, Haryana," the NCS wrote in the post.

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There have been no reports of any damage or casualties. While, people on social media have been wondering whether it was aftershocks of yesterday's earthquake or a second earthquake.Earlier on Friday (July 10), another earthquake hit Delhi, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). The magnitude of the earthquake was 4.4 on the Richter Scale. The quake struck Jhajjar at 9:04 am at a depth of 10 Km."EQ of M: 4.4, On: 10/07/2025 09:04:50 IST, Lat: 28.63 N, Long: 76.68 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Jhajjar, Haryana," NCS wrote on X.Delhi falls in Seismic Zone IV, which is categorized as a "High Damage Risk Zone" and indicates a high potential for earthquakes of moderate to high intensity.Social media users reported that the earthquake triggered panic, with people in Delhi and NCR rushing out of their houses.<h2>Here's what to do during an earthquake?</h2>People should remain calm and avoid panicking, according to NDRF. They should hide under strong structures to protect themselves."Drop under a table; cover your head with one hand and hold the table till the tremors last. Run outside as soon as the tremors stop - do not use the lift," it said."When outside, move away from buildings, trees, walls, and poles. Look for open spaces. When inside a vehicle, pull over in an open area and remain inside; avoid bridges," it added.

Notably, it was the second earthquake in a week, that jolted India's National Capital Region. On Thursday, another earthquake of 4.4 magnitude hit Delhi NCR.

Earthquake tremors were felt in Delhi NCR on Friday (July 11) around 7:50 pm. Notably, it was the second earthquake in a week, that jolted India's National Capital Region. On Thursday, another earthquake of 4.4 magnitude hit Delhi NCR. The National Centre of Seismology (NCS) in a post on X, stated that the epicentre was Jhajjar, Haryana. "EQ of M: 3.7, On: 11/07/2025 19:49:43 IST, Lat: 28.68 N, Long: 76.72 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Jhajjar, Haryana," the NCS wrote in the post.

Notably, it was the second earthquake in a week, that jolted India's National Capital Region. On Thursday, another earthquake of 4.4 magnitude hit Delhi NCR.

Earthquake tremors felt in Delhi-NCR, second time in a week

An earthquake with an estimated magnitude of 4.5 jolted the coast of the Tokara Islands, Japan, at around 11 am (2:00 am GMT) on Tuesday. The tremor registered a level 4 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale of 7 at Kusekijima Island, part of Toshima Village in Kagoshima Prefecture. However, the quake posed no tsunami threat and originated at a depth of approximately 30 kilometres, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.In addition, Kodakarajima Island, also part of the village, along with Amami in Kagoshima, recorded a lower intensity of 2.Similarly, another earthquake took place near the Tokara Islands at 12:02 pm on Monday, with Akusekijima once again registering an intensity of 4. The depth and magnitude were consistent, around 30 kilometres and 4.5, respectively, according to a report in the Japan News.Additionally, Akusekijima was rocked by two more tremors overnight. The first, at 12:08 am, measured 4, followed by a slightly stronger quake at 12:12 am, which registered a lower 5 on the intensity scale.<h3>Continuous quakes in several southern islands of Japan</h3>For the past few days, the southern Islands in Japan have been experiencing continuous tremors. The islands, such as Tokara and Akuseki, have been experiencing seismic activities since 21 June following a magnitude 5.5 earthquake that struck last week, officials said.According to a report on the BBC, Tokara Island reported no major damage. In addition, no tsunami warning was issued, but authorities have advised residents to prepare to evacuate if required.As per Channel News Asia, no major physical damage was also reported from the hardest-hit Akuseki island, which was hit by a 5.1-magnitude quake overnight. Officials added that out of 89 residents of Akuseki Island, 44 had evacuated to the regional hub of Kagoshima by Sunday, while 15 other residents left another nearby island.Japan, a home to around 125 million people, the archipelago typically experiences approximately 1,500 quakes each year, accounting for roughly 18 per cent of the world’s seismic activity.&nbsp;

Additionally, Akusekijima was rocked by two more tremors overnight. The first, at 12:08 am, measured 4, followed by a slightly stronger quake at 12:12 am, which registered a lower 5 on the intensity scale.

An earthquake with an estimated magnitude of 4.5 jolted the coast of the Tokara Islands, Japan, at around 11 am (2:00 am GMT) on Tuesday. The tremor registered a level 4 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale of 7 at Kusekijima Island, part of Toshima Village in Kagoshima Prefecture. However, the quake posed no tsunami threat and originated at a depth of approximately 30 kilometres, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. In addition, Kodakarajima Island, also part of the village, along with Amami in Kagoshima, recorded a lower intensity of 2. Similarly, another earthquake took place near the Tokara Islands at 12:02 pm on Monday, with Akusekijima once again registering an intensity of 4. The depth and magnitude were consistent, around 30 kilometres and 4.5, respectively, according to a report in the Japan News. Additionally, Akusekijima was rocked by two more tremors overnight. The first, at 12:08 am, measured 4, followed by a slightly stronger quake at 12:12 am, which registered a lower 5 on the intensity scale. Continuous quakes in several southern islands of Japan For the past few days, the southern Islands in Japan have been experiencing continuous tremors. The islands, such as Tokara and Akuseki, have been experiencing seismic activities since 21 June following a magnitude 5.5 earthquake that struck last week, officials said. According to a report on the BBC, Tokara Island reported no major damage. In addition, no tsunami warning was issued, but authorities have advised residents to prepare to evacuate if required. As per Channel News Asia, no major physical damage was also reported from the hardest-hit Akuseki island, which was hit by a 5.1-magnitude quake overnight. Officials added that out of 89 residents of Akuseki Island, 44 had evacuated to the regional hub of Kagoshima by Sunday, while 15 other residents left another nearby island. Japan, a home to around 125 million people, the archipelago typically experiences approximately 1,500 quakes each year, accounting for roughly 18 per cent of the world’s seismic activity.

Akusekijima was rocked by two more tremors overnight. The first, at 12:08 am, measured 4, followed by a slightly stronger quake at 12:12 am, which registered a lower 5 on the intensity scale.

Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 hits Japan's Tokara Islands, Akusekijima records multiple jolts

An earthquake of magnitude 3.5 jolted Nepal at a depth of 10 km on Sunday morning, as reported by the National Center of Seismology (NCS). The earthquake took place at 8:21 AM Indian Standard Time (IST) at 27.70 N Latitude and 87.76 Longitude, according to a report by the National Centre of Seismology (NCS). However, no casualties or major damage were reported during the quake.The NCS posted on X, "EQ of M: 3.5, On: 06/07/2025 08:21:30 IST, Lat: 27.70 N, Long: 87.76 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Nepal." This incident comes following a week later when a magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck Nepal on June 29, as per NCS data.

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Similarly, an earthquake of magnitude 4.2 jolted Nepal on Sunday (June 29), the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) said in a statement. The earthquake took place at a shallow depth of 10km, making it susceptible to aftershocks.On April 26 this year, a minute of silence was held in remembrance of the 8,969 lives lost during the powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake that struck on April 25, 2015, nearly a decade ago.On Saturday (July 5), a quake with a magnitude of 5.3 also shook islands in southwestern Japan. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the quake struck off the Tokara island chain at 6:29 a.m. at a depth of about 20 kilometres, reported the local media. No tsunami warning was issued.<h3>Nepal is part of subduction zone</h3>Nepal is susceptible to continuous earthquakes as this region lies on the convergent boundary of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates. The Indian plate is slowly and gradually sliding beneath the Eurasian plate which is known as subduction, creating immense pressure and strain on the crust of the region.The subduction zone intensifies tectonic pressure, placing Nepal at significant risk of earthquakes. This tectonic collision is also responsible for the rise of the Himalayan mountains, contributing to the region’s frequent seismic activity. Nepal has a long record of major earthquakes, including the catastrophic 2015 quake. &nbsp;

The earthquake took place at 8:21 AM Indian Standard Time (IST) at 27.70 N Latitude and 87.76 Longitude, according to a report by the National Centre of Seismology (NCS). However, no casualties or major damage were reported during the quake.

An earthquake of magnitude 3.5 jolted Nepal at a depth of 10 km on Sunday morning, as reported by the National Center of Seismology (NCS). The earthquake took place at 8:21 AM Indian Standard Time (IST) at 27.70 N Latitude and 87.76 Longitude, according to a report by the National Centre of Seismology (NCS). However, no casualties or major damage were reported during the quake. The NCS posted on X, "EQ of M: 3.5, On: 06/07/2025 08:21:30 IST, Lat: 27.70 N, Long: 87.76 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Nepal." This incident comes following a week later when a magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck Nepal on June 29, as per NCS data.

The earthquake took place at 8:21 AM Indian Standard Time (IST) at 27.70 N Latitude and 87.76 Longitude, according to a report by the National Centre of Seismology (NCS). However, no casualties or major damage were reported during the quake.

Earthquake of magnitude 3.5 jolts Nepal, no damage reported

Japan, in particular, sits at the intersection of four major tectonic plates — the Pacific Plate, Philippine Sea Plate, Eurasian Plate, and the Okhotsk Plate. 

Japan, in particular, sits at the intersection of four major tectonic plates, the Pacific Plate, Philippine Sea Plate, Eurasian Plate, and the Okhotsk Plate.&nbsp;

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A warning has been issued that an undersea volcano might erupt in the coming days in the Andaman Sea. Renowned marine ecologist Thon Thamrongnawasawat elaborated in a Facebook post on Thursday about the frequent seismic activity in the region. Concerns have been growing that this could be a sign that a volcano under the ocean is getting ready to explode. There have been earthquakes in Myanmar in recent days. Thon explained that tremors here are unlikely to generate a tsunami, which is caused by undersea earthquakes or volcanic explosions. “Tsunamis in the Gulf of Thailand are highly unlikely, and even if they occur, they would be small and detected well in advance due to the distance from major seismic and volcanic zones like Indonesia and the Philippines,” he wrote. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/ryo-tatsuki-and-the-15-year-cycle-her-pattern-of-predictions-will-calm-you-down-1751615303467">Ryo Tatsuki and the 15-year cycle: Stressing over July 5? Her pattern of predictions will calm you down</a>&nbsp;<h2>Earthquakes from undersea volcanic belt in Andaman</h2>He noted that two regions can trigger tsunamis - one in Indonesia and the other along the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in India. A volcanic belt lies under the ocean in Andaman and "the only volcanic island in this area is Barren Island, which remains active." He added that "recent tremors have not originated from there, but from further south along the same volcanic belt – one that lies entirely underwater." The tremors have originated from further south. Thon said that it is possible that an underwater volcano in this region might erupt. However, there is no way to tell when that can happen. Notably, Barren Island is the only one in the belt that has erupted above sea level. The last time this happened was in 2022.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japanese-manga-the-future-i-saw-earthquake-tsunami-predictions-1747725299240">Premonitions and prophetic dreams: Japanese manga, The Future I Saw, went out of print. Why was it revived?</a>&nbsp;The volcano might not erupt at all, he said. "The recent frequent quakes in the area – especially those above magnitude 4 – may indicate magma movement, but it doesn’t necessarily mean an eruption is imminent,” Thon said. Citing data from Thailand’s Earthquake Observation Division, Thon that the seismic activity is occurring 470–480 kilometres off the coast of Phang Nga. A volcanic eruption here would result in a huge tsunami. Something similar happened in Hunga Tonga–Hunga Haʻapai eruption of 2022 when an eruption generated waves as high as 20 metres.<h2>Thailand could witness tsunami if Andaman undersea volcano erupts</h2>The Phang Nga location is closer to Thailand than the 2004 earthquake epicentre that resulted in tsunami waves which took two hours to reach the Thai coast. He also warned of different wave patterns which could affect areas that weren't in the eye of the storm last time. Thon tried to mitigate the fear by saying that it is hard to predict any such event. “No one can predict with certainty whether a disaster will occur. In Japan, for example, warnings have been issued for months without any major event materialising,” he said. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/japan-megaquake-coming-earthquakes-detected-at-exact-place-ryo-tatsuki-predicted-in-manga-comic-book-1751513514245">Japan 'megaquake' coming? Earthquakes detected at exact point Ryo Tatsuki predicted in manga comic book</a>&nbsp;Thon added that people should still remain prepared with an evacuation plan. He said that shelter should be sought in buildings that are seven to eight storeys high, since three-storey buildings would also not be safe in such an event. Thon urged proper communication about evacuation routes and other information. He warned people to be wary of rumours originating from unverified sources and asked to rely only on information that comes from experts and official agencies.&nbsp;

Several earthquakes jolted Thailand this week, triggering a tsunami scare. Eight of them were reported in Myanmar and five in the Nicobar Islands, India. An expert has warned that a volcano under the ocean in the Andaman Islands might be getting ready to erupt.

A warning has been issued that an undersea volcano might erupt in the coming days in the Andaman Sea. Renowned marine ecologist Thon Thamrongnawasawat elaborated in a Facebook post on Thursday about the frequent seismic activity in the region. Concerns have been growing that this could be a sign that a volcano under the ocean is getting ready to explode. There have been earthquakes in Myanmar in recent days. Thon explained that tremors here are unlikely to generate a tsunami, which is caused by undersea earthquakes or volcanic explosions. “Tsunamis in the Gulf of Thailand are highly unlikely, and even if they occur, they would be small and detected well in advance due to the distance from major seismic and volcanic zones like Indonesia and the Philippines,” he wrote. Also Read: Ryo Tatsuki and the 15-year cycle: Stressing over July 5? Her pattern of predictions will calm you down Earthquakes from undersea volcanic belt in Andaman He noted that two regions can trigger tsunamis - one in Indonesia and the other along the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in India. A volcanic belt lies under the ocean in Andaman and "the only volcanic island in this area is Barren Island, which remains active." He added that "recent tremors have not originated from there, but from further south along the same volcanic belt – one that lies entirely underwater." The tremors have originated from further south. Thon said that it is possible that an underwater volcano in this region might erupt. However, there is no way to tell when that can happen. Notably, Barren Island is the only one in the belt that has erupted above sea level. The last time this happened was in 2022. Also Read: Premonitions and prophetic dreams: Japanese manga, The Future I Saw, went out of print. Why was it revived? The volcano might not erupt at all, he said. "The recent frequent quakes in the area – especially those above magnitude 4 – may indicate magma movement, but it doesn’t necessarily mean an eruption is imminent,” Thon said. Citing data from Thailand’s Earthquake Observation Division, Thon that the seismic activity is occurring 470–480 kilometres off the coast of Phang Nga. A volcanic eruption here would result in a huge tsunami. Something similar happened in Hunga Tonga–Hunga Haʻapai eruption of 2022 when an eruption generated waves as high as 20 metres. Thailand could witness tsunami if Andaman undersea volcano erupts The Phang Nga location is closer to Thailand than the 2004 earthquake epicentre that resulted in tsunami waves which took two hours to reach the Thai coast. He also warned of different wave patterns which could affect areas that weren't in the eye of the storm last time. Thon tried to mitigate the fear by saying that it is hard to predict any such event. “No one can predict with certainty whether a disaster will occur. In Japan, for example, warnings have been issued for months without any major event materialising,” he said. Also Read: Japan 'megaquake' coming? Earthquakes detected at exact point Ryo Tatsuki predicted in manga comic book Thon added that people should still remain prepared with an evacuation plan. He said that shelter should be sought in buildings that are seven to eight storeys high, since three-storey buildings would also not be safe in such an event. Thon urged proper communication about evacuation routes and other information. He warned people to be wary of rumours originating from unverified sources and asked to rely only on information that comes from experts and official agencies.

Several earthquakes jolted Thailand this week, triggering a tsunami scare. Eight of them were reported in Myanmar and five in the Nicobar Islands, India. An expert has warned that a volcano under the ocean in the Andaman Islands might be getting ready to erupt.

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Scientists are planning on using a new technology to study the Cascadia fault off the Pacific Northwest, which has the potential to trigger an earthquake of magnitude 9 and above. The region has witnessed a mammoth quake in the past. The last time this region shook aggressively was in 1700, and a "big one" is overdue, scientists say. The Cascadia Subduction Zone stretches from Northern California to southern British Columbia. It is located only about 112-160 kilometres offshore, and so an earthquake of 9 and above would not only cause devastation on land, but also trigger a tsunami with waves so high that huge swathes of land would be submerged.&nbsp;<h2>Japan earthquake and tsunami study</h2>A study published in Science has revealed that the Nankai Trough, a subduction zone where the Philippine Sea Plate is being pushed beneath Japan, is experiencing slow-slip earthquakes. These are subtle seismic movements near the fault which gradually cut the ground, with the strain rupturing only a few millimetres per day. They used advanced borehole observatories to record the tremors that would otherwise go undetected. The technology was used to drill hundreds of feet into the seabed and gather real-time data on the fault and what was happening underneath. Since the Nankai Trough is important when it comes to learning about the quakes and tsunami risks in Japan, the borehole observatories have thrown up valuable information that can be used to prepare for any adversity. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/japan-megaquake-coming-earthquakes-detected-at-exact-place-ryo-tatsuki-predicted-in-manga-comic-book-1751513514245">Japan 'megaquake' coming? Earthquakes detected at exact point Ryo Tatsuki predicted in manga comic book</a>&nbsp;<h2>Why is the Cascadia fault a bigger danger?</h2>The Cascadia fault is not as loud, though. Scientists say that it might behave differently from the Nankai Trough. The fact that it remains largely silent makes it scarier. There are concerns that if the Cascadia fault remains locked, enormous amounts of energy can get locked, eventually triggering rare magnitude-9 megathrust earthquakes. Demian Saffer, director of UTIG and leader of the study on the Nankai Trough, said, "This is a place that we know has hosted magnitude 9 earthquakes and can spawn deadly tsunamis." Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/japan-manga-comic-predicts-earthquake-tsunami-in-july-2025-1747709198212">'A crack will open up…': Eerie prophecy triggers panic among people visiting Japan, forcing mass cancellations</a>&nbsp;This is why scientists think the borehole observatories should be quickly installed at the Cascadia Fault. This kind of high-precision monitoring system will help observe what's going on at the fault and in the region, and help prepare ahead of time before the big one strikes. There are other similar fault lines across the Pacific "Ring of Fire", like in Chile and Indonesia, where the technology could help and warn ahead of time. Tsunami-hazard forecasts can be improved, and people can be rescued even before the event happens. A fault line that remains locked can unleash a catastrophic earthquake in the future, something experts fear can happen with Cascadia. &nbsp;

The Cascadia fault off the Pacific Northwest can trigger the rare magnitude-9 megathrust earthquakes and cause tsunamis that can devastate vast swathes of land and kill thousands. A new technology that detects tremors at a fault line near Japan can be used to learn about Cascadia. 

Scientists are planning on using a new technology to study the Cascadia fault off the Pacific Northwest, which has the potential to trigger an earthquake of magnitude 9 and above. The region has witnessed a mammoth quake in the past. The last time this region shook aggressively was in 1700, and a "big one" is overdue, scientists say. The Cascadia Subduction Zone stretches from Northern California to southern British Columbia. It is located only about 112-160 kilometres offshore, and so an earthquake of 9 and above would not only cause devastation on land, but also trigger a tsunami with waves so high that huge swathes of land would be submerged. Japan earthquake and tsunami study A study published in Science has revealed that the Nankai Trough, a subduction zone where the Philippine Sea Plate is being pushed beneath Japan, is experiencing slow-slip earthquakes. These are subtle seismic movements near the fault which gradually cut the ground, with the strain rupturing only a few millimetres per day. They used advanced borehole observatories to record the tremors that would otherwise go undetected. The technology was used to drill hundreds of feet into the seabed and gather real-time data on the fault and what was happening underneath. Since the Nankai Trough is important when it comes to learning about the quakes and tsunami risks in Japan, the borehole observatories have thrown up valuable information that can be used to prepare for any adversity. Also Read: Japan 'megaquake' coming? Earthquakes detected at exact point Ryo Tatsuki predicted in manga comic book Why is the Cascadia fault a bigger danger? The Cascadia fault is not as loud, though. Scientists say that it might behave differently from the Nankai Trough. The fact that it remains largely silent makes it scarier. There are concerns that if the Cascadia fault remains locked, enormous amounts of energy can get locked, eventually triggering rare magnitude-9 megathrust earthquakes. Demian Saffer, director of UTIG and leader of the study on the Nankai Trough, said, "This is a place that we know has hosted magnitude 9 earthquakes and can spawn deadly tsunamis." Also Read: 'A crack will open up…': Eerie prophecy triggers panic among people visiting Japan, forcing mass cancellations This is why scientists think the borehole observatories should be quickly installed at the Cascadia Fault. This kind of high-precision monitoring system will help observe what's going on at the fault and in the region, and help prepare ahead of time before the big one strikes. There are other similar fault lines across the Pacific "Ring of Fire", like in Chile and Indonesia, where the technology could help and warn ahead of time. Tsunami-hazard forecasts can be improved, and people can be rescued even before the event happens. A fault line that remains locked can unleash a catastrophic earthquake in the future, something experts fear can happen with Cascadia.

The Cascadia fault off the Pacific Northwest can trigger the rare magnitude-9 megathrust earthquakes and cause tsunamis that can devastate vast swathes of land and kill thousands. A new technology that detects tremors at a fault line near Japan can be used to learn about Cascadia.&nbsp;

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An earthquake measuring 5.2 on the Richter scale struck Pakistan in the early hours of Sunday (Jun 29), the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) reported. The tremor occurred at 3:54 am IST at a depth of 150 kilometres, with its epicentre located at latitude 30.25°N and longitude 69.82°E. As per reports, there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage to property, though authorities are continuing to assess the situation. The National Center for Seismology (NCS) confirmed the seismic activity in a post on X (formerly Twitter), writing: “EQ of M: 5.2, On: 29/06/2025 03:54:02 IST, Lat: 30.25 N, Long: 69.82 E, Depth: 150 Km, Location: Pakistan.”

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Further details on Sunday’s quake are awaited as officials monitor the region for aftershocks and potential infrastructure impact.<h2>Pakistan's propensity for earthquakes</h2>Pakistan lies in one of the world's most seismically active regions, straddling the boundary between the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates. Provinces such as Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Gilgit-Baltistan are situated atop complex fault lines, making them particularly vulnerable to destructive earthquakes. As per ANI, Balochistan, the Federally Administered Tribal Areas, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Gilgit-Baltistan provinces lie on the southern edge of the Eurasian plate on the Iranian Plateau. Meanwhile, Sindh, Punjab, and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir provinces lie on the northwestern edge of the Indian Plate in South Asia. The collision between the Indian and Eurasian plates frequently causes powerful seismic events in the area.

As per reports, there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage to property, though authorities are continuing to assess the situation. 

An earthquake measuring 5.2 on the Richter scale struck Pakistan in the early hours of Sunday (Jun 29), the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) reported. The tremor occurred at 3:54 am IST at a depth of 150 kilometres, with its epicentre located at latitude 30.25°N and longitude 69.82°E. As per reports, there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage to property, though authorities are continuing to assess the situation. The National Center for Seismology (NCS) confirmed the seismic activity in a post on X (formerly Twitter), writing: “EQ of M: 5.2, On: 29/06/2025 03:54:02 IST, Lat: 30.25 N, Long: 69.82 E, Depth: 150 Km, Location: Pakistan.”

As per reports, there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage to property, though authorities are continuing to assess the situation.&nbsp;

Magnitude 5.2 earthquake strikes Pakistan, no damage reported yet

Iran was hit by a 5.2 magnitude earthquake late Friday (June 21), sending tremors through the region. According to the reports, the earthquake hit the area near Iran’s Semnan at 5:49 local time, with the depth recorded at 10 km.This comes amid Israel and Iran engaging in a deadly war as Israel on June 13 launched Operation Rising Lion, with an aim to target Iran’s nuclear facilities, top military officials and nuclear scientists.According to Iranian local media, no casualties were reported and the damage was minimal, which triggered concerns over nuclear testing.As war between the two nations escalated, the earthquake’s proximity raised concerns for speculation over possible nuclear activity.Moreover, the quake’s timing as well as its proximity to Semnan reflects more chances of a possible nuclear testing, as it is a site known for its missile and aerospace infrastructure, raising concerns on social media after the quake.<h2>Iran’s seismologic history</h2>Seismologically, Iran is highly active due to its position on the Alpine-Himalayan seismic belt. Hence, it is prone to earthquakes.Iran has witnessed over 2000 earthquakes annually, including 15 to 16 of magnitude 5.0 or higher.Moreover, according to an analysis, 96000 earthquakes jolted Iran between 2006 and 2015.According to experts and reports, nuclear activities, particularly underground nuclear explosions, can induce earthquakes by releasing tectonic stress near the blast.These explosions are typically much smaller in magnitude than the explosion itself and are limited to a range of a few tens of kilometres from the blast site according to the US Geological Survey (USGS).Earlier on June 17, a magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck near Borazjan in Bushehr province, followed by another 4.2 magnitude quake near Kashmar in Razavi Khorasan just a day later. These events highlight the constant seismic risk faced by the region and the importance of preparedness in earthquake-prone areas like Iran.&nbsp;

This comes amid Israel and Iran engaging in a deadly war as Israel on June 13 launched Operation Rising Lion, with an aim to target Iran’s nuclear facilities, top military officials and nuclear scientists.

Iran was hit by a 5.2 magnitude earthquake late Friday (June 21), sending tremors through the region. According to the reports, the earthquake hit the area near Iran’s Semnan at 5:49 local time, with the depth recorded at 10 km. This comes amid Israel and Iran engaging in a deadly war as Israel on June 13 launched Operation Rising Lion, with an aim to target Iran’s nuclear facilities, top military officials and nuclear scientists. According to Iranian local media, no casualties were reported and the damage was minimal, which triggered concerns over nuclear testing. As war between the two nations escalated, the earthquake’s proximity raised concerns for speculation over possible nuclear activity. Moreover, the quake’s timing as well as its proximity to Semnan reflects more chances of a possible nuclear testing, as it is a site known for its missile and aerospace infrastructure, raising concerns on social media after the quake. Iran’s seismologic history Seismologically, Iran is highly active due to its position on the Alpine-Himalayan seismic belt. Hence, it is prone to earthquakes. Iran has witnessed over 2000 earthquakes annually, including 15 to 16 of magnitude 5.0 or higher. Moreover, according to an analysis, 96000 earthquakes jolted Iran between 2006 and 2015. According to experts and reports, nuclear activities, particularly underground nuclear explosions, can induce earthquakes by releasing tectonic stress near the blast. These explosions are typically much smaller in magnitude than the explosion itself and are limited to a range of a few tens of kilometres from the blast site according to the US Geological Survey (USGS). Earlier on June 17, a magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck near Borazjan in Bushehr province, followed by another 4.2 magnitude quake near Kashmar in Razavi Khorasan just a day later. These events highlight the constant seismic risk faced by the region and the importance of preparedness in earthquake-prone areas like Iran.

This comes amid Israel and Iran engaging in a deadly war as Israel on June 13 launched Operation Rising Lion, with an aim to target Iran’s nuclear facilities, top military officials and nuclear scientists.

'2,100 earthquakes a year': Iran and its seismologic history - Just a natural earthquake or a link to nuclear testing?

A powerful earthquake measuring 6.1 on the Richter scale struck off the southeastern coast of Japan’s Nemuro Peninsula in Hokkaido on Thursday (Jun 19), according to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA).According to the Xinhua News Agency, the quake occurred offshore and had its epicentre at a latitude of 42.8° North and a longitude of 146.4° East. As of now, there are no tsunami warnings.According to reports, the earthquake struck Kushiro Town, Hokkaido Prefecture, at 8:08 a.m. local time (2308 GMT Wednesday) at a shallow depth off the southeast coast of the Nemuro Peninsula. It was rated a 4 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale of 7, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.On Hokkaido's eastern Pacific coast, the earthquake might alter tide levels by less than 20 centimetres, but damage is not a concern, it added.While the JMA reported it as a 6.1 magnitude quake event, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported the quake as a magnitude 5.9 event, occurring approximately 107 kilometres southeast of Nemuro, at a depth of 14.9 kilometres.<h2>Baba Vanga's predicted big earthquake to strike Japan soon?</h2>This earthquake comes as rumours warning of a massive earthquake hitting Japan in July 2025 are gaining traction online. The rumours, as per reports, all started with a dream in a comic book, a Japanese manga titled ‘The Future I Saw’.&nbsp;The story, republished sometime around 2021-2022 is also available in Chinese, and features a vivid dream about a tsunami devastating Japan. While it is fiction, many are treating it like a prophecy as the author behind the manga previously made headlines for apparently predicting the 2011 earthquake and tsunami that struck northern Japan, killing over 18,000 people. That eerie coincidence has only added fuel to the current panic.Japan isn’t new to earthquake anxiety. The country lies along the volatile Pacific “Ring of Fire” — one of the most seismically active regions in the world. Last summer, a panel of Japanese seismologists did in fact warn of a slight increase in the chance of a megaquake along Japan’s Pacific coastlines. However, they did not predict a specific date.&nbsp;

According to the Xinhua News Agency, the quake occurred offshore and had its epicentre at a latitude of 42.8° North and a longitude of 146.4° East. As of now, there are no tsunami warnings.

A powerful earthquake measuring 6.1 on the Richter scale struck off the southeastern coast of Japan’s Nemuro Peninsula in Hokkaido on Thursday (Jun 19), according to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA). According to the Xinhua News Agency, the quake occurred offshore and had its epicentre at a latitude of 42.8° North and a longitude of 146.4° East. As of now, there are no tsunami warnings. According to reports, the earthquake struck Kushiro Town, Hokkaido Prefecture, at 8:08 a.m. local time (2308 GMT Wednesday) at a shallow depth off the southeast coast of the Nemuro Peninsula. It was rated a 4 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale of 7, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. On Hokkaido's eastern Pacific coast, the earthquake might alter tide levels by less than 20 centimetres, but damage is not a concern, it added. While the JMA reported it as a 6.1 magnitude quake event, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported the quake as a magnitude 5.9 event, occurring approximately 107 kilometres southeast of Nemuro, at a depth of 14.9 kilometres. Baba Vanga's predicted big earthquake to strike Japan soon? This earthquake comes as rumours warning of a massive earthquake hitting Japan in July 2025 are gaining traction online. The rumours, as per reports, all started with a dream in a comic book, a Japanese manga titled ‘The Future I Saw’. The story, republished sometime around 2021-2022 is also available in Chinese, and features a vivid dream about a tsunami devastating Japan. While it is fiction, many are treating it like a prophecy as the author behind the manga previously made headlines for apparently predicting the 2011 earthquake and tsunami that struck northern Japan, killing over 18,000 people. That eerie coincidence has only added fuel to the current panic. Japan isn’t new to earthquake anxiety. The country lies along the volatile Pacific “Ring of Fire” — one of the most seismically active regions in the world. Last summer, a panel of Japanese seismologists did in fact warn of a slight increase in the chance of a megaquake along Japan’s Pacific coastlines. However, they did not predict a specific date.

According to the Xinhua News Agency, the quake occurred offshore and had its epicentre at a latitude of 42.8° North and a longitude of 146.4° East. As of now, there are no tsunami warnings.

Strong 6.1-magnitude earthquake strikes off Japan’s Hokkaido coast; Is it a precursor to July 2025 megaquake?

Residents of Peshawar were jolted by a mild earthquake on Wednesday (June 11), with tremors measuring 4.7 on the Richter scale, Geo News reported, citing the Seismological Centre. According to Geo News, the epicentre of the earthquake was located in Afghanistan's Hindu Kush mountain range, at a depth of 211 kilometres. No immediate damage or casualties were reported following the tremors.&nbsp;This latest quake comes nearly a month after a 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck Islamabad and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including Mardan, Swat, Nowshera, Swabi, and North Waziristan. That quake also had its epicentre in the Hindu Kush region at a depth of 230 kilometres, with coordinates recorded at latitude 36.63 N and longitude 71.13 E, Geo News reported. Earlier in April, two more earthquakes had hit various regions across Pakistan.&nbsp;&nbsp;Pakistan is prone to seismic activity as it lies on the boundary of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates. The Indian plate's northward push into the Eurasian plate causes frequent tremors in the region. Meanwhile, Geo News highlighted that the port city of Karachi has experienced nearly 30 mild quakes in recent days. Chief Meteorologist Aamir Haider explained that the Landhi Fault Line had become active after decades and is currently undergoing a normalisation phase.

Residents of Peshawar were jolted by a mild earthquake on Wednesday (June 11), with tremors measuring 4.7 on the Richter scale, Geo News reported, citing the Seismological Centre. 

Residents of Peshawar were jolted by a mild earthquake on Wednesday (June 11), with tremors measuring 4.7 on the Richter scale, Geo News reported, citing the Seismological Centre. According to Geo News, the epicentre of the earthquake was located in Afghanistan's Hindu Kush mountain range, at a depth of 211 kilometres. No immediate damage or casualties were reported following the tremors. This latest quake comes nearly a month after a 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck Islamabad and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including Mardan, Swat, Nowshera, Swabi, and North Waziristan. That quake also had its epicentre in the Hindu Kush region at a depth of 230 kilometres, with coordinates recorded at latitude 36.63 N and longitude 71.13 E, Geo News reported. Earlier in April, two more earthquakes had hit various regions across Pakistan. Pakistan is prone to seismic activity as it lies on the boundary of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates. The Indian plate's northward push into the Eurasian plate causes frequent tremors in the region. Meanwhile, Geo News highlighted that the port city of Karachi has experienced nearly 30 mild quakes in recent days. Chief Meteorologist Aamir Haider explained that the Landhi Fault Line had become active after decades and is currently undergoing a normalisation phase.

Residents of Peshawar were jolted by a mild earthquake on Wednesday (June 11), with tremors measuring 4.7 on the Richter scale, Geo News reported, citing the Seismological Centre.&nbsp;

4.7 magnitude earthquake hits Peshawar in Pakistan

Karchi city felt tremors of three low-intensity earthquakes in Pakistan on Monday, June 2, at around 1 PM. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, the first two were in Karachi's Gadap and the third one was in Quaidabad. No damage or casualties were reported.The three earthquakes were recorded at an intensity of 3.2 magnitude at Gadap at 1.05 AM and then 3.6 magnitude in the same area, followed by a jolt of 3.2 magnitude in Quaidabad. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, Quaidabad also experienced tremors on Sunday evening.Pakistan is situated at the intersection of two tectonic plates- the Eurasian and the Indian, spreading across five seismic zones. However, sometimes it is also affected by the movement of the Arabic Plate.According to local reports, there were tremors felt in Khokhrapar, Malir, Landhi, Future Mor, Gul Ahmed, and Hospital Chowrangi.&nbsp;According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, such low-intensity earthquakes prevent the potential of high-intensity ones. In May, Pakistan experienced seven low-intensity earthquakes from 4.2 to 4.9 in magnitude.

Karchi city felt tremors of three low-intensity earthquakes on June 2, in Gadap and Quaidabad of Karachi, with no reported damage or casualties 

Karchi city felt tremors of three low-intensity earthquakes in Pakistan on Monday, June 2, at around 1 PM. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, the first two were in Karachi's Gadap and the third one was in Quaidabad. No damage or casualties were reported. The three earthquakes were recorded at an intensity of 3.2 magnitude at Gadap at 1.05 AM and then 3.6 magnitude in the same area, followed by a jolt of 3.2 magnitude in Quaidabad. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, Quaidabad also experienced tremors on Sunday evening. Pakistan is situated at the intersection of two tectonic plates- the Eurasian and the Indian, spreading across five seismic zones. However, sometimes it is also affected by the movement of the Arabic Plate. According to local reports, there were tremors felt in Khokhrapar, Malir, Landhi, Future Mor, Gul Ahmed, and Hospital Chowrangi. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, such low-intensity earthquakes prevent the potential of high-intensity ones. In May, Pakistan experienced seven low-intensity earthquakes from 4.2 to 4.9 in magnitude.

Karchi city felt tremors of three low-intensity earthquakes on June 2, in Gadap and Quaidabad of Karachi, with no reported damage or casualties&nbsp;

Karachi experienced three low intensity earthquakes in a day

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A powerful earthquake measuring 6.2 on the Richter scale affected the Dodecanese Islands region of Greece on Tuesday. The seismic event occurred close to the Turkish border, as reported by the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre.The seismic activity was recorded at a depth of 68 km (42 miles), the EMSC confirmed.&nbsp;A 5.8-magnitude earthquake hit the Mediterranean coastal town of Marmaris early Tuesday, according to Turkey’s disaster management agency. Seven people were injured while trying to flee their homes, some even jumped from windows or balconies, Marmaris governor Idris Akbiyik said. There were no immediate reports of serious structural damage.

A powerful earthquake measuring 6.2 on the Richter scale affected the Dodecanese Islands region of Greece on Tuesday

A powerful earthquake measuring 6.2 on the Richter scale affected the Dodecanese Islands region of Greece on Tuesday. The seismic event occurred close to the Turkish border, as reported by the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre.The seismic activity was recorded at a depth of 68 km (42 miles), the EMSC confirmed. A 5.8-magnitude earthquake hit the Mediterranean coastal town of Marmaris early Tuesday, according to Turkey’s disaster management agency. Seven people were injured while trying to flee their homes, some even jumped from windows or balconies, Marmaris governor Idris Akbiyik said. There were no immediate reports of serious structural damage.

A powerful earthquake measuring 6.2 on the Richter scale affected the Dodecanese Islands region of Greece on Tuesday

Earthquake of 6.2 magnitude jolts Greece, tremors felt in Turkey; 7 hurt while fleeing in panic

An <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/earthquake">earthquake</a>&nbsp;of magnitude 5.2 hits Turkey on Thursday (May 15), ahead of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit.&nbsp;
The tremor was felt at 14km northeast of Kulu. There are no immediate reports of casualties or injuries, according to Iran-based Mehr news agency.&nbsp;
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Locals shared visuals on social media as the earthquake hit the country.&nbsp;
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This comes after a 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit the area near Fry, Greece, on Wednesday morning. The quake occurred at 1:51 a.m. local time at a depth of 78 kilometres, according to the United States Geological Survey.&nbsp;
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Tremors were also felt in Cairo, Egypt, Israel, Lebanon, Turkey and Jordan.&nbsp;
Last month also, a 6.2 magnitude earthquake hit the coast of Istanbul, which led to panic among locals in the Turkish metropolis.&nbsp;
The quake occurred in the Sea of Marmara close to Silivri, which lies around 70 kilometers (40 miles) to the west of the city, according to Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Agency (AFAD).
There was no loss of life reported, however, 151 people were injured after &ldquo;jumping from heights due to panic.&rdquo;
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Turkey&rsquo;s interior minister, Ali Yerlikaya, said the quake lasted a total of 13 seconds at a depth of seven kilometers, with 51 aftershocks recorded so far, the largest of which was of 5.9 magnitude.
A few hours back, Ukrainian President Zelensky arrived in Turkey, along with other senior government officials, for peace talks with Russia.&nbsp;
However, Russian President Vladimir Putin was not part of the Moscow delegation, which further triggered criticism from Western officials that Russia isn't serious about the peace effort.&nbsp;
Vladimir Medinsky, an aide to Putin, will be leading the Russian team, along with three other senior officials, the Kremlin said.&nbsp;
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The tremor was felt at 14km northeast of Kulu. There are no immediate reports of casualties or injuries, according to Iran-based Mehr news agency. WORLD

An earthquake of magnitude 5.2 hits Turkey on Thursday (May 15), ahead of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit. The tremor was felt at 14km northeast of Kulu. There are no immediate reports of casualties or injuries, according to Iran-based Mehr news agency. Felt #earthquake REVISED - M 5.2 CENTRAL TURKEY pic.twitter.com/lxSj88b7HU — SSGEOS (@ssgeos) May 15, 2025 Locals shared visuals on social media as the earthquake hit the country. God is real - Earthquake in Turkey🇹🇷 pic.twitter.com/HzhN5nGCGN — desi sigma (@desisigma) May 15, 2025 This comes after a 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit the area near Fry, Greece, on Wednesday morning. The quake occurred at 1:51 a.m. local time at a depth of 78 kilometres, according to the United States Geological Survey. Also read: Massive earthquake of 6.4 magnitude strikes Tonga Tremors were also felt in Cairo, Egypt, Israel, Lebanon, Turkey and Jordan. Last month also, a 6.2 magnitude earthquake hit the coast of Istanbul, which led to panic among locals in the Turkish metropolis. The quake occurred in the Sea of Marmara close to Silivri, which lies around 70 kilometers (40 miles) to the west of the city, according to Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Agency (AFAD). There was no loss of life reported, however, 151 people were injured after “jumping from heights due to panic.” Also read: 4 magnitude earthquake strikes Nepal Turkey’s interior minister, Ali Yerlikaya, said the quake lasted a total of 13 seconds at a depth of seven kilometers, with 51 aftershocks recorded so far, the largest of which was of 5.9 magnitude. A few hours back, Ukrainian President Zelensky arrived in Turkey, along with other senior government officials, for peace talks with Russia. However, Russian President Vladimir Putin was not part of the Moscow delegation, which further triggered criticism from Western officials that Russia isn't serious about the peace effort. Vladimir Medinsky, an aide to Putin, will be leading the Russian team, along with three other senior officials, the Kremlin said. Also read: Scientists warn of triple threat, say massive earthquake can drown parts of US

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