In-depth articles
Massive (but luckily deep) earthquake off the coast of the Russian Kuril Islands
April 19, 2013 – A massive but luckily very deep earthquake occurred in the Ocean off the coast of the Russian Kuril Islands. No danger for the population.
Moderate earthquake near Tasuj, Iran (also felt in Tabriz) – At least 4 people injured
– Update 16:08 UTC : – 100 relief and rescue personnel are making an assessment of all the villages near the epicenter. They are supported by 1 Red Crescent helicopter and 10 trucks. – So far the SAR teams have only found cracks in walls, nothing serious. 4 people have been treated for various wounds [...]
Moderate earthquake close to Davao City and Cagaya de Oro, Philippines
April 17, 2013 – Moderate earthquake close to Linao, Philippines. Phivolcs reports a M5.1 at a depth of 10 km
Very strong earthquake near East Coast Of Honshu, Japan, close to Miyake-Jima volcano – At least 4 injuries
April 17, 2013 – A very strong earthquake occurred at a depth of 20 km in the Miyake volcano island waters on Wednesday. JMA did report a 5+ intensity = dangerous shaking on Miyake Island
Deadly earthquake in Sichuan, China – Death toll now at 161, more than 6,500 injured – extensive update
April 20, 2013 – Extremely dangerous earthquake in Sichuan, China