United States Geological Survey
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- Earthquake near Santa Rosa rattles North Bay Tuesday afternoon
A magnitude 3.6 earthquake near Santa Rosa rattled the North Bay, with tremors felt in Napa and St. Helena. The epicenter was 17 miles east-northeast of Santa Rosa and 19.6 miles north of Sonoma, according to the USGS. A smaller quake also occurred.
- Venezuelans search more earthquake ruins as attention turns to humanitarian crisis
Venezuelans continue searching through earthquake-damaged ruins as concerns grow over a prolonged humanitarian crisis. The government faces criticism for its response, with over 1,700 reported deaths and thousands displaced, while aftershocks persist in the disaster zone.
- Venezuelans search more earthquake ruins as aftershock rattles rescuers in disaster zone
Venezuelans continue searching through earthquake ruins in La Guaira as a 4.6 magnitude aftershock rattles the area, five days after twin earthquakes killed over 1,450 people. A rescuer deported from the U.S. has saved 20 people, highlighting the dire lack of supplies and government support in rescue efforts.
- Venezuelans search more earthquake ruins as aftershock rattles rescuers in disaster zone
Venezuelans continue searching earthquake ruins in La Guaira as a 4.6 magnitude aftershock impacts rescue efforts. Over 1,450 people have died since twin earthquakes struck northern Venezuela, with rescuers working without adequate supplies. A deported U.S. miner, Jean Sosa, has helped rescue 20 people in the disaster zone.
- Venezuelans search more earthquake ruins as aftershock rattles rescuers in disaster zone
Venezuelans continue searching earthquake ruins as a 4.6 magnitude aftershock disrupts rescue efforts in La Guaira, five days after twin earthquakes killed over 1,450 people. A deported U.S. miner, Jean Sosa, joined rescuers in extracting survivors amid limited resources and exhaustion.
- A strong aftershock rattles Venezuela as rescue workers race to find survivors
A 4.6 magnitude aftershock struck Venezuela's Caribbean coast, following recent earthquakes that killed 1,450 people. Rescue workers continue searching for survivors amid criticism of the government's response, while international teams assist in recovery efforts.
- A strong aftershock rattles Venezuela as rescue workers race to find survivors
A 4.6-magnitude aftershock struck Venezuela's Caribbean coast, causing panic but no immediate additional damage. Rescue workers continue searching for survivors after twin earthquakes killed 1,450 people and left thousands missing, with international teams aiding efforts in La Guaira and Caracas.
- A strong aftershock rattles Venezuela as rescue workers race to find survivors
A 4.6 magnitude aftershock (5.1 per Colombia’s survey) struck Venezuela’s Caribbean coast, compounding the aftermath of recent earthquakes that killed 1,450 people. Rescue workers continue searching for survivors in Caracas and La Guaira amid criticism of the government’s response.
- Venezuelans search for survivors as death toll from twin earthquakes rises to 235
Two major earthquakes with magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 struck northern Venezuela, killing at least 235 people and injuring 4,300. Rescue efforts faced challenges as survivors searched rubble for trapped individuals, while international aid and military support arrived. Aftershocks and structural collapses worsened conditions in La Guaira and surrounding areas.
- Buildings collapse after back-to-back quakes rock Venezuela
Two strong earthquakes struck Venezuela's capital and surrounding regions, causing buildings to collapse. The United States Geological Survey has warned that high casualties and extensive damage are likely.
- Massive earthquake strikes Northern California Wednesday morning
A massive earthquake struck Northern California on Wednesday morning at approximately 8:10 a.m. Pacific Time, according to the United States Geological Survey.
- Shake alert lights up Bay Area phones Wednesday morning
A magnitude 5.6 earthquake epicentered in Redwood Valley, Mendocino County, triggered shake alerts on Bay Area phones Wednesday morning. The quake was located 117 miles from San Francisco and occurred around 8:10 a.m., according to the United States Geological Survey.
- Federal government scouts for interest in mineral mining off Virginia shores
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management is considering leasing offshore areas off Virginia’s shores for mineral mining to boost domestic mineral production, as part of efforts to reduce foreign dependence. Environmental groups oppose the plan, citing risks to marine ecosystems, while the state has a 2020 law banning oil and gas leasing but allowing mineral mining.
- Desperate for shade on your walk? There’s (almost) an app for that.
A new tool called Cool Routes, developed by Arizona State University, helps pedestrians find cooler, shadier walking paths in cities by calculating heat exposure using factors like shade and weather data. The tool aims to address the urban heat island effect, which makes walking in cities dangerously hot, and is open-sourced for broader use.
- Earthquake with 6.1 magnitude hits offshore Cuba, shaking buildings in Havana
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck offshore western Cuba, shaking buildings in Havana and Florida. No injuries or damage were reported, though evacuations occurred in Miami-Dade County. The quake was linked to the Oriente fault zone, which has caused damaging earthquakes in recent centuries.
- USGS: 6.1 earthquake off west coast of Cuba; shaking felt across Florida
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake occurred off the west coast of Cuba, with shaking felt across Florida. The United States Geological Survey reported the event, and the National Weather Service in Miami confirmed no active tsunami threat.
- No tsunami danger in CA coast after massive earthquake in Philippines: NWS
A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck near Mindanao Island in the Philippines with a depth of about 34 miles, prompting tsunami concerns. The National Weather Service confirmed no tsunami danger for the California coast.
- Preliminary 3.6 magnitude earthquake strikes near Alamo
A preliminary 3.6 magnitude earthquake struck near Alamo at 8:37 a.m. Sunday, with the epicenter recorded 1.1 miles southwest of the town. No damages or injuries have been reported.
- Lava shoots to the sky during a record-breaking Kilauea explosion
Kilauea’s 48th eruptive episode on June 1 broke a historic record for the Hawaiian volcano, with nine hours of lava fountaining before ending at 1:37 pm, as reported by the USGS.
- Preliminary 3.6 magnitude earthquake strikes in Sonoma County
A preliminary 3.6 magnitude earthquake struck near Cloverdale, Sonoma County, with an epicenter 4.6 miles east-southeast of Cloverdale and 12.4 miles north-northwest of Healdsburg. The United States Geological Survey reported the quake occurred just after 9:44 a.m. and had a depth of 5 km.
- A meteor exploded off the coast of Boston
A meteor exploded north of Cape Cod Bay on Saturday at 2:06 pm ET, traveling at 75,000 mph and breaking up 40 miles above the ground. The event, which shook houses and produced a loud noise, was mistaken for an earthquake by some residents before the USGS identified it as a sonic boom from a bolide. NASA confirmed the meteor appeared as a bright fireball visible in satellite imagery.
- Next Kilauea eruption could begin over Memorial weekend, USGS says
The USGS warns that Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes located in Hawaii, could begin erupting again during Memorial Day weekend. The volcano's potential eruption poses monitoring concerns for the region.
- Fears for Texas suburb that has sunk a whopping 14 inches in 20 years as population booms
A Texas suburb has sunk 14 inches in 20 years due to rapid population growth, raising concerns about the area's stability. The sudden shift is causing fears among residents and officials. The population boom is putting a strain on the suburb's infrastructure.
- Massive Alaska megatsunami was second largest ever recorded
A massive Alaska megatsunami was triggered by tiny earthquakes that caused a massive landslide, making it the second largest ever recorded. The event was analyzed in a new scientific study. The landslide and resulting megatsunami had significant effects.
- Massive Alaska megatsunami was second largest ever recorded
A massive Alaska megatsunami was triggered by tiny earthquakes that caused a massive landslide, making it the second largest ever recorded. The event was analyzed through new scientific research. This megatsunami is significant in the history of recorded natural disasters.
- Earthquake swarm rattles Nevada where ground has been slowly ripping apart for third week
A swarm of earthquakes has been occurring in Nevada for the third week, where the ground has been slowly ripping apart. The earthquake swarm is a series of seismic events that have been happening in the state. The cause of the earthquakes is not specified in the article.
- Lava bursts forth as Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano erupts
Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes on Hawaii's Big Island, erupted with lava fountains reaching over 200 meters. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park was closed due to the eruption, which produced 3.6 million cubic yards of lava. The USGS reported the activity began after 11 am local time on Thursday.