Japan’s government says that the chances of a magnitude 8 earthquake have increased. Scientists can’t predict when one will strike, but it represents a meaningful jump over typical odds.
Tag: Earthquakes
7.6-Magnitude Earthquake Near Japan Triggers Tsunami Warning
The 7.6-magnitude quake struck in waters off Aomori Prefecture on Japan’s main island, Honshu. It triggered a tsunami warning, which was later lifted.
Japan Lifts Tsunami Advisory After Strong Earthquake Off Its Coast
A 6.7-magnitude quake struck off Japan’s coast early Sunday evening, prompting a tsunami advisory, which was later lifted.
Scars in the Blue Mosque Reveal Afghanistan’s Rifts
The namesake of Mazar-i-Sharif suffered countless cracks in a 6.3-magnitude quake, but, like Afghanistan, it has endured for centuries.
Scars in the Blue Mosque Reveal Afghanistan’s Rifts
The namesake of Mazar-i-Sharif suffered countless cracks in a 6.3-magnitude quake, but, like Afghanistan, it has endured for centuries.
Another Deadly Earthquake, and a Cascade of Problems for Afghanistan
A 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck near Mazar-i-Sharif, a northern city known for its magnificent Blue Mosque, which suffered damage.
She Worked on Tsunami Alerts. Then She Was Fired.
“I always wanted to be a public servant and do science for the good of the people,” said Corina Allen, who lost her job at NOAA.
She Worked on Tsunami Alerts. Then She Was Fired.
“I always wanted to be a public servant and do science for the good of the people,” said Corina Allen, who lost her job at NOAA.
At Least Seven Dead After 7.4-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Southern Philippines
The quake struck off the eastern coast of Mindanao island on Friday morning and was followed by a 6.7-magnitude aftershock. A tsunami warning was issued.
Trapped in the Homes They Thought Would Protect Them
Some victims of the Cebu earthquake in the Philippines lived in homes that were supposed to withstand natural disasters.