This fault is positioned relative to the Japan trench subduction zone off the eastern coast of Japan, and its rupture led to the disturbance on the seafloor that created the tsunami waves associated ... ( read original story ...)
From Pakistan to Nepal: 5 deadliest earthquakes of 21st century that shook up the world
A massive earthquake in Mexico on Monday shook up the entire country, with the scale of the earthquake reaching as high as 7.6 magnitudes. ( read original story ...)
Map Shows How Close Super Typhoon Nanmadol Is to Japan’s Nuclear Plants
Super Typhoon Nanmadol hit southwest Japan on Monday, bringing damaging winds and torrential rains with it, killing at least one person, injuring many others and displacing thousands as the nation ... ( read original story ...)
Japan tsunami alert passes after 6.9-magnitude earthquake off Taiwan
Japan is on tsunami alert after a 6.9 magnitude earthquake off the south-eastern coast of Taiwan on Sunday, officials said. The US Geological Survey said the quake hit at 2.44 pm local time (7.44 am ... ( read original story ...)
6.9 magnitude earthquake rocks Taiwan, triggers Tsunami alarm in Japan
A 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck the island of Taiwan on Sunday, reportedly killing one and injuring 79. First responders are on the scenes of collapsed buildings and bridges. ( read original story ...)
Japan: Thousands evacuated as Typhoon Nanmadol makes landfall in southern Island
In Japan, thousands of people were evacuated after super typhoon Nanmadol made landfall on southern island of Kyushu, bringing strong winds and heavy rain in the region. Meanwhile, authorities issued ... ( read original story ...)
1 Dead, Others Injured After 6.9-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Taiwan and Triggers a Tsunami Warning
Taiwan's Emergency Operations Center has reported one death and nine injuries following the large earthquake over the weekend ... ( read original story ...)
Japan on tsunami alert after 6.9-magnitude earthquake off Taiwan
Japan is on tsunami alert after a 6.9 magnitude earthquake off the south-eastern coast of Taiwan on Sunday, officials said. The US Geological Survey said the quake hit at 2.44 pm local time (7.44 am ... ( read original story ...)
Thousands in shelters as ‘dangerous’ typhoon hits Japan; govt also issues tsunami alert after earthquake hits Taiwan
Thousands of people took refuge in shelters in southwestern Japan on Sunday as powerful Typhoon Nanmadol churned towards the region, prompting authorities to urge over four million residents to ... ( read original story ...)
7.2-magnitude earthquake hits Taiwan’s southeastern coast, Japan issues tsunami alert
The quake hit at 2:44 pm (0644 GMT) about 50 kilometres (30 miles) north of the city of Taitung at a depth of 10 kilometres, the USGS said ... ( read original story ...)
Trains derail and buildings collapse in aftermath of devastating Taiwan earthquake
Taiwan has been hit by a violent 6.9 magnitude earthquake and it is the second powerful tremor in as many days. A tsunami warning was issued by the US and Japan following the quake that saw a building ... ( read original story ...)
7.2-magnitude earthquake strikes Taiwan, tsunami warning issued in Japan
The quake hit at 2:44 pm (0644 GMT) about 50 kilometres (30 miles) north of the city of Taitung at a depth of 10 kilometres, the USGS said. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan struck by 2nd strong earthquake in as many days
A strong earthquake shook Taiwan on Sunday as a series aftershocks hit the self-governing island off China’s east coast. The 6.8 quake struck at a relatively shallow depth of 7 kilometers (4 miles) ... ( read original story ...)
Strong Quake Strikes Eastern Taiwan, Japan Issues Tsunami Alert
A strong earthquake struck Taiwan's southeastern coast on Sunday, the US Geological Survey said, bringing at least one building down in a small town and prompting Japan to issue a tsunami warning. ( read original story ...)
Japan Issues Tsunami Warning After 6.9-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Taiwan
A strong earthquake struck Taiwan's southeastern coast on Sunday, the US Geological Survey said, bringing at least one building down in a small town and prompting Japan to issue a tsunami warning. ( read original story ...)
Japan Issues Tsunami Alert After 7.2-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Taiwan
A 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan's southeastern coast on Sunday, the US Geological Survey said, prompting Japan to issue a tsunami warning. ( read original story ...)