Tag: Earthquake
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Mild Earthquake Shake Delivers a Jolt to Orillia Area
What happened A modest but noticeable earthquake rattled southern Ontario late Tuesday night. The event, measured at magnitude 3.7, was recorded at 10:59 p.m. according to Earthquakes Canada, with the epicentre located about 23 kilometres southeast of Orillia. The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) has confirmed the timing and preliminary location, and scientists say it…
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Magnitude 3.7 Earthquake Rattles Orillia Area in Southern Ontario
What happened A magnitude 3.7 earthquake struck southern Ontario late Tuesday night, according to the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR). Earthquakes Canada confirmed the event occurred at exactly 10:59 p.m., with the epicentre located about 23 kilometres southeast of Orillia. While a quake of this size is considered light, it was strong enough to be…
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Ontario Shakes: Minor 3.7 Earthquake Rattles Orillia Area
Overview of the tremor A magnitude 3.7 earthquake struck southern Ontario late Tuesday night, according to authorities. Earthquakes Canada placed the epicentre about 23 kilometres southeast of Orillia, with the quake occurring at 10:59 p.m. local time. While quakes of this size are considered minor, they can be enough to rattle homes and heighten awareness…
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Earthquake in Western Japan: M6.4 Shakes Region, Prepare
Overview: A Magnitude 6.4 Quake Vibrates Western Japan A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.4 struck western Japan on Tuesday, sending tremors across several prefectures and prompting authorities to caution residents to stay vigilant. The first quake occurred at 10:18 a.m., jolting communities and triggering immediate inspections of buildings, utilities, and roadways. As aftershocks…
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West Japan Rattled by Magnitude 6.4 Earthquake: Officials Warn of Aftershocks and Preparedness
Overview: A Strong Shaking in Western Japan A powerful earthquake measuring magnitude 6.4 struck western Japan, prompting widespread warnings and a rapid response from authorities. The tremor, which occurred on Tuesday morning, sent residents scrambling for cover and triggered inspections of buildings, infrastructure, and public facilities. Local officials advised people to remain vigilant for potential…
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Western Japan Shaken Again: What Residents Need to Know After Magnitude 6.4 Quake
Overview: Western Japan Hit by a Magnitude 6.4 Quake A powerful earthquake struck western Japan on Tuesday, registering a magnitude 6.4 and triggering strong shaking across several prefectures. Local officials reported aftershocks are likely in the coming days, and residents are being urged to stay alert and prepared for additional quakes as a sequence may…
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Japan Rocked by 6.2 Magnitude Earthquake Off West Coast; No Tsunami Warning Issued
Overview of the Seismic Event A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck the coast of western Japan on Tuesday, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. The tremor, which occurred at 10:18 am local time (01:18 GMT), was centered in Shimane prefecture, a region known for its rugged coastline and quieter seismic activity compared with more urbanized parts of…
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Earthquake Strikes Southern and Central Mexico at 6.5 Magnitude, Two Dead as Alarms Ring During New Year Briefing
Strong Quake Shakes Southern and Central Mexico A powerful earthquake measuring 6.5 magnitude rattled southern and central Mexico on Friday, triggering seismic alarms and disrupting the start of the new year with President Claudia Sheinbaum’s first press briefing. Authorities reported at least two fatalities as the tremor sent residents scrambling from buildings and raised concerns…
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Mexico Hit by 6.5 Magnitude Earthquake During President’s Briefing, Two Dead
Strong 6.5-Magnitude Quake Shakes Mexico A powerful earthquake measuring 6.5 on the moment magnitude scale struck southern and central Mexico on Friday, rattling cities and triggering seismic alarms. The tremor occurred as President Claudia Sheinbaum was delivering her first press briefing of the new year, creating a tense moment for attendees and viewers watching from…
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Earthquake in Mexico:** 6.5-Magnitude Quake Disrupts Southern and Central Regions
Strong Shake Hits Southern and Central Mexico A powerful earthquake, preliminarily measured at magnitude 6.5, struck southern and central parts of Mexico on Friday, rattling communities and triggering seismic alarms in urban centers. The quake’s epicenter was reported in a region that experienced multiple aftershocks in the past, prompting emergency services to assess damage and…