Major 7.6 Quake Strikes Near Cayman Islands, Tsunami Alert Issued
A magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck near the Cayman Islands, prompting a tsunami advisory for northern Honduras. No immediate damage reported.
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Major 7.0 Earthquake Hits Northern California, Prompting Evacuations
A powerful magnitude-7.0 earthquake hit Northern California on Thursday, triggering a tsunami warning and evacuations in coastal regions and the San Francisco Bay. The quake, located offshore of Ferndale, was initially reported as 6.6 magnitude before being upgraded by the USGS.
Magnitude 6.2 Earthquake Strikes Costa Rican Coast, USGS Reports
An earthquake of magnitude 6.2 struck off the coast of Costa Rica on Saturday, with a depth of 18.6 km, according to the USGS.
Unexpected 4.8-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes NYC Area
A rare 4.8-magnitude earthquake strikes near New York City, causing buildings to shake along the East Coast and prompting inspections. No major damage reported.
Oklahoma Shaken by 5.1 Magnitude Earthquake
A magnitude-5.1 earthquake struck Oklahoma late Friday night, shaking the region at a depth of 6 kilometers, USGS reports.
California Faces Over 95% Chance of Major Earthquake in Next Century
The USGS predicts a over 95% chance of a damaging earthquake in California within the next century, urging proactive preparedness across the state.