A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia’s Java at 4:49 pm UTC, as reported by the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). The quake hit on Tuesday, though details on damage and the full epicenter remain limited.
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck near Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, prompting rapid assessments by local authorities. Reuters confirmed that no tsunami warning was issued following the quake. Officials continue to monitor the situation for any potential aftershocks.
Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula has experienced a 5.5 magnitude earthquake, affecting Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy, Vilyuchinsk, Yelizovo, and Ust’-Kamchatsk. Officials urge caution among travelers, encouraging them to stay informed of potential disruptions and new advisories.
A strong earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.1 struck near the Greek island of Crete early Thursday morning, prompting a second tsunami warning in just eight days. Tremors from the quake were felt across a vast swathe of the eastern Mediterranean.
Metallica shook more than the stage during their recent Virginia concert, causing an actual earthquake. The legendary band joins Taylor Swift and Bruce Springsteen in making the earth move for their fans.
A magnitude 6.9 earthquake rattled southwestern Japan, prompting tsunami advisories in the region. The quake underscores Japan’s frequent seismic activity due to its location along the Pacific “Ring of Fire.”
