When an earthquake strikes, most necessities you've come to rely on such as gas, electricity, water, transportation, medical assistance and fire protection could be significantly interrupted. Focusing on earthquake preparedness before an actual event is the best safeguard for protecting yourself, … [Read More...]
Major Earthquake Hits off Taiwan Coast 6.5
A 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck off the southeast coast of Taiwan on Monday, the U.S. Geological Survey said. The quake swayed buildings in the capital, but there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage and no tsunami alert was issued. The quake hit at 10:59 a.m. local time (0259 GMT), … [Read More...]
Indonesia Jolted By 6.1 Earthquake
An earthquake that struck Indonesia on Saturday was downgraded to a magnitude 6.0, the U.S. Geological Survey said.The quake, which was initially reported as magnitude 6.1, was centered in the Obi islands, a group of islands in the Indonesian province of Maluku.There were no immediate reports of injuries … [Read More...]
Magnitude 5.9 Quake Hits Chile, No Damage Reported
A 5.9 magnitude earthquake on Friday shook the south-central swathe of Chile heavily damaged by a devastating February quake, but there were no immediate reports of damage. Residents in Bio-Bio region were awakened by the quake that lasted 25 seconds, Radio Cooperativa reported. The U.S. Geological … [Read More...]
