Earthquake

2024 - 7 - 11

Mindanao Shook: Recent Earthquake Swarms Hit the Philippines

Earthquake - Mindanao Island - Pacific Ring of Fire - Seismic Activity - Vancouver Island - Volcano

A series of powerful earthquakes have rattled Mindanao, Philippines, sparking concerns but causing no significant damage. Learn more about the seismic activities in the region!

Recent seismic activities have put Mindanao, Philippines, on high alert as a series of powerful earthquakes, including a magnitude-7.1 tremor, have struck the region. The Lassen Volcanic Center also experienced a short earthquake swarm, highlighting the unpredictable nature of volcanic events. Despite the magnitude-6.7 earthquake reported by the German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ), there have been no immediate reports of damage or injuries. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) confirmed a magnitude-6.5 quake off Sultan Kudarat, adding to the seismic tension in the area.

The series of earthquakes off Mindanao Island have left residents and authorities on edge, emphasizing the need for preparedness and awareness. While the recent tremors have caused concern, experts emphasize that these seismic activities are common in volcanic regions. The absence of a tsunami threat from the 7.1 magnitude earthquake in Sultan Kudarat offers some relief to nearby areas like Guam and the Northern Marianas. As seismic monitoring continues, the focus remains on understanding and mitigating the impact of such events on local communities.

Interesting Fact: The Lassen Volcanic Center, known for its geothermal features, is part of the Cascade Range of volcanoes in California. Interesting Fact: The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) plays a crucial role in monitoring and providing timely information on seismic activities in the country.

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Image courtesy of "United States Geological Survey"

Lassen Volcanic Center's June 24, 2024 earthquake swarm ... (United States Geological Survey)

A short earthquake swarm in the southern part of the Lassen Volcanic Center reminds us that volcanoes can shake, rattle, and roll even when they're not ...

A magnitude-7.1 earthquake occurs south of Mindanao Island ... (Crisis24)

A magnitude-7.1 earthquake occurs south of Mindanao Island, Philippines, at 10:13 July 11. No immediate reports of damage or injuries.

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Earthquake of magnitude 6.7 strikes Mindanao, Philippines, GFZ says (Reuters)

A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck Mindanao, Philippines, on Thursday, the German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ) said.

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7.1 magnitude earthquake strikes waters off Sultan Kudarat; no ... (Philstar.com)

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck the waters off Sultan Kudarat in the province of Maguindanao del Norte on Thursday morning, according to Phivolcs, ...

1st LD Writethru: 6.5-magnitude earthquake hits southern Philippines (新华网)

MANILA, July 11 (Xinhua) -- An offshore earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.5 struck Sultan Kudarat province in the southern Philippines on ...

M6.5 earthquake strikes off southern Philippines (CGTN)

A magnitude-6.5 earthquake struck off Sultan Kudarat, the Philippines on Thursday, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said.

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Image courtesy of "Guam Pacific Daily News"

No tsunami threat to Marianas from 7.1 southern Philippine ... (Guam Pacific Daily News)

There is no tsunami threat to Guam and the Northern Marianas from a preliminary 7.1 magnitude earthquake that struck the waters off Sultan Kudarat in the ...

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Earthquake of magnitude 7.1 strikes Philippines (Gulf News)

The Philippines is located on the Pacific Ring of Fire, which is known for its high seismic activity. Image Credit: Illustrative image. A magnitude-7.1 ...

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6.5-magnitude earthquake hits southern Philippines (The Sun Daily)

MANILA: An offshore earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.5 struck Sultan Kudarat province in the southern Philippines on Thursday morning, the...

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Earthquake of magnitude 6.7 strikes Mindanao, Philippines: GFZ (Club of Mozambique)

A 6.7-magnitude earthquake struck Mindanao island, in southern Philippines, on July 11, according to the German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ).

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Earthquake of magnitude 6.7 strikes Philippines (The Hindu)

A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck Mindanao, Philippines, on July 11, the German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ) said. The quake was at a depth of 630 ...

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Image courtesy of "English Tempo.co"

7.0 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Indonesia's Sangihe Islands in North ... (English Tempo.co)

A magnitude 7.0 undersea earthquake struck 373 kilometers northwest of Tahuna in Indonesia's Sangihe Islands, North Sulawesi province.

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Earthquake of magnitude 6.4 rumbles southwestern Canada ... (USA TODAY)

A magnitude 6.4 earthquake shook southwestern Canada near Vancouver on Thursday. The epicenter of the quake was around 130 miles from Tofino, ...

A magnitude-6.4 earthquake occurs west of Vancouver Island ... (Crisis24)

A magnitude-6.4 earthquake occurs west of Vancouver Island, Canada, at around 08:08 July 11. No immediate reports of damage or injuries.

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6.4 magnitude earthquake strikes near Vancouver Island (FOX 10 News Phoenix)

According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the quake hit at around 8:08 a.m. along the Juan De Fuca Ridge, about 130 miles west of Tofino, British ...

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A 6.4 earthquake off Vancouver Island triggers alert in Western WA (The Seattle Times)

A 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck about 150 miles southwest of the Canadian town of Port Hardy on Vancouver Island.

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6.4M quake that struck off Vancouver Island is part of recent 'swarm ... (CBC.ca)

An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.4 struck off the coast of Vancouver Island on Thursday morning, part of an ongoing "swarm" of quakes being ...

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6.4 magnitude earthquake recorded amid swarm off Vancouver Island (Globalnews.ca)

John Cassidy told Global News that since July 3 there have been a few hundred earthquakes in that area with most registering between three and five ...

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Image courtesy of "Alaska Earthquake Center"

Iliamna Volcano M1.8 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

July 11, 2024 18:57:38 AKDT (July 12, 2024 02:57:38 UTC) 60.0728°N 152.8053°W Depth 69.7 miles (113 km). This event has not been reviewed by a seismologist.

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6.4 magnitude earthquake hits off Vancouver Island, prompting ... (KING5.com)

No tsunami risk is expected per the NWS, but some parts of western Washington got shake alerts from the morning's earthquake.

Magnitude 6.4 earthquake strikes 150 miles off Pacific coast (The Spokesman-Review)

Seattle Times. Parts of Western Washington got a ShakeAlert notification Thursday morning after a 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck about 150 miles southwest ...

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