From a surreal NYC experience to stranded survivors in Taiwan, earthquakes make headlines worldwide. Explore the latest updates and surprising facts here!
A series of earthquakes have shaken different parts of the world, leaving residents and authorities on high alert. New Zealanders were stunned by the surreal experience of an earthquake in NYC, with damaged structures and evacuations causing chaos. Meanwhile, in Taiwan, over 600 people remain stranded days after a powerful tremor struck off the east coast, leading to tragic consequences and challenging rescue operations.
The aftermath of the earthquakes in NYC and Taiwan has been daunting, with aftershocks continuing to unsettle the affected regions. Rescuers are facing challenges, including recovering bodies buried under boulders and navigating inaccessible locations due to rockslides. Furthermore, concerns have been raised about the impact on vital industries, such as computer chip supply, highlighting the far-reaching effects of natural disasters.
In the midst of these seismic events, experts are studying the nuances of earthquakes and their consequences. Scientists in Beijing have uncovered fascinating insights into inner core oscillations and spin reversals occurring cyclically. Additionally, the unpredictable nature of earthquake aftershocks poses continuous threats, necessitating preparedness and vigilance in earthquake-prone regions.
As the world grapples with the aftermath of recent earthquakes, the resilience of affected communities shines through. While recovery efforts are ongoing, the focus remains on ensuring the safety and well-being of those impacted. Through global collaboration and scientific advancements, the understanding and management of earthquakes continue to evolve, creating a safer future for all.
Residents and police gather outside of homes that were structurally damaged and had to be evacuated after New York City and parts of New Jersey experienced ...
Hundreds of aftershocks have struck the area since the Wednesday morning quake off Taiwan's east coast, including a magnitude-5.2 earthquake shortly before noon ...
April 5, 2024 23:15:58 AKDT (April 6, 2024 07:15:58 UTC) 53.8347°N 164.7214°W Depth 26.2 miles (42 km). This event has not been reviewed by a seismologist.
Rescuers were planning to bring in heavy equipment on Saturday to try to recover two bodies buried under boulders on a hiking trail, three days after.
The Statue of Liberty was struck by lightening on Wednesday and less than 48 hours later, the famous New York City structure survived a 4.8 magnitude ...
More than 600 people, including about 450 at a hotel in the Taroko national park, remain stranded in various locations cut off by rockslides and other ...
(3) Crustal seismicity in this region can be attributed to three major sources: the faults and folds of the Cook Inlet basin, the Castle Mountain Fault, and the ...
A New York City store started selling t-shirts reading “I survived the NYC earthquake” following a 4.8-magnitude quake that struck the northeast US on ...
Earthquakes are categorized as highly destructive natural calamities that can cause disastrous consequences for the environment, human lives, ...
Earthquakes are very tough to predict, but people in the New Jersey region may want to prepare themselves for some more sudden shaking and rumbling in the ...
More than 600 people remain stranded and are still awaiting rescue in Taiwan since a 7.4 magnitude tremor earthquake struck on Wednesday, the Taiwan's ...
Taiwan's recent earthquake sparked anxious news coverage from countries all over the world. Are they concerned with Taiwan's people or its microchips?
Beijing's scientists conclude inner core oscillations and multi-decadal reversals of spin occur every 70 years or so. While geodynamics below the Earth's crust ...
Emergency crews are working to recover two bodies buried under boulders on a hiking trail, three days on from Taiwan's biggest tremor in 25 years. Four more ...
The death toll following a powerful earthquake in Taiwan rose to 13 on Saturday after another body was discovered in hard-hit Taroko National Park.
According to reports, the earthquake which took place on Wednesday morning off Taiwan's east coast, had a magnitude 7.4.
Hundreds of aftershocks have struck the area since Wednesday's quake off Taiwan's east coast, including a magnitude-5.2 earthquake on Saturday.
Agricultural losses nationwide caused by Wednesday's devastating earthquake hit an estimated NT$68.78 million (US$2.14 million) as of 11 a.m. Saturday, ...
Death toll rises to 13. The demolition of a building that is leaning precariously after an earthquake in Taiwan has been halted because of aftershocks that made ...
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TAIPEI: The death toll following a powerful earthquake in Taiwan rose to 13 on Saturday after another body was discovered in hard-hit Taroko National ...
They have been identified as Sim Hwee Kok and Neo Siew Choo, according to a Facebook group named Hualien Earthquake Relief Information. The administrator of the ...
Vietnamese labourers working in Taiwan (China) have left impressions on people of Hualien, Taipei, as they joined hands with local residents to rescue ...
The 4.8 magnitude earthquake centered in Readington Township, New Jersey rattled homes and buildings across the Northeast at 10:23 a.m. Friday, according to the ...
A moderate earthquake struck New Jersey on Friday morning, with nearly 180000 reports of shaking across New York City and much of the Northeast.
After earthquakes were felt in Taiwan and much of the East Coast of the United States, Arizonans are wondering: When was the last time an earthquake hit ...
Worried New York workers left their office buildings and residents reported feeling the ground move after a 4.8 earthquake hits the Northeast. Read More Photos.
A 4.8 magnitude earthquake rattled buildings across parts of the Northeast Friday morning, according to the US Geological Survey, with reports of shaking ...
Several aftershocks have occurred, and they continue to be likely within the next week, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). Story continues below ...
Earthquakes large enough to be felt by a lot of people are relatively uncommon on the East Coast. Since 1950 there have been about 20 quakes with a ...
Seismologists said that severe earthquakes are relatively rare around the city and cannot be predicted. But if one were to hit, it could inflict serious ...