Earthquakes
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December 7, 2024 at 1:51 AM

Earthquakes under a volcano near Alaska's largest city raise concerns

An increase in the number of earthquakes under a volcano near Alaska’s largest city this year has geologists paying attention
December 7, 2024 at 1:51 AM
A small airplane banks for Merrill Field as a plume of ash and steam from Mount Spurr dominates the Anchorage, Alaska, skyline on, Oct. 2, 1992. (Paul Souders/Anchorage Daily News via AP)
December 6, 2024 at 2:36 PM

Earthquake triggers brief tsunami warning in California

A 7.0 magnitude earthquake rocked Northern California on Thursday, leading to a brief tsunami warning for coastal areas in California and Oregon.
December 6, 2024 at 2:36 PM
VIDEO: Earthquake triggers brief tsunami warning in California
December 6, 2024 at 11:44 AM

7.0 magnitude quake reported off Northern California coast, tsunami warning canceled

A 7.0 magnitude earthquake was reported in northern California on Thursday, according to the United States Geological Survey.
December 6, 2024 at 11:44 AM
A crack is seen on Blue Slide Road in Rio Dell, California, following a 7.0-magnitude earthquake, Dec. 5, 2024.
December 6, 2024 at 4:37 AM

Expert details earthquake off coast of Northern California

Seismologist Dr. Lucy Jones discussed the 7.0 earthquake that hit off the coast of Northern California on Thursday.
December 6, 2024 at 4:37 AM
VIDEO: Expert details earthquake off coast of Northern California
December 5, 2024 at 9:53 PM

Tsunami warning canceled off coast of Northern California

William Barnhart, assistant coordinator at USGS Earthquake Hazards Program, discussed the 7.0 magnitude earthquake near Northern California on Thursday.
December 5, 2024 at 9:53 PM
VIDEO: Tsunami warning canceled off coast of Northern California
December 5, 2024 at 9:53 PM

USGS holds briefing on 7.0 magnitude earthquake in Northern California

The epicenter is near Petrolia, in Humboldt County, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said.
December 5, 2024 at 9:53 PM
The epicenter is near Petrolia, in Humboldt County, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said.
December 5, 2024 at 8:22 PM

Earthquake reported in Northern California, tsunami warning in effect

A tsunami warning is in effect after a 7.0-magnitude earthquake was reported in Northern California.
December 5, 2024 at 8:22 PM
VIDEO: Earthquake reported in Northern California, tsunami warning in effect
3 months ago

Earthquake shakes Los Angeles, 'millions' notified in advance: Governor's office

A 4.7 magnitude earthquake centered in Malibu, California, rocked the Los Angeles area Thursday morning.
3 months ago
This aerial view shows the Malibu Pier in Malibu, Calif., Aug. 31, 2023.
3 months ago

Earthquake hits Southern California amid record-breaking seismic activity

A 4.7 magnitude earthquake centered near Malibu rocked the Los Angeles area early Thursday in what experts say has been a record-breaking year for seismic activity.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Earthquake hits Southern California amid record-breaking seismic activity
3 months ago

Earthquake shakes Los Angeles area

A 4.7 magnitude earthquake centered in Malibu, California, rocked the Los Angeles area Thursday morning.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Earthquake shakes Los Angeles area
4 months ago

4.4 magnitude earthquake strikes Los Angeles

Millions in Los Angeles are on alert for potential aftershocks after the earthquake rattled Southern California.
4 months ago
VIDEO: 4.4 magnitude earthquake strikes Los Angeles
4 months ago

'Significant' earthquake rocks Los Angeles

A 4.4 magnitude earthquake rocked the Los Angeles region early Monday afternoon.
4 months ago
The Los Angeles skyline, June 27, 2024.
4 months ago

Millions prepare for aftershocks after earthquake rocks Los Angeles

The epicenter was near the city's Highland Park neighborhood.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Millions prepare for aftershocks after earthquake rocks Los Angeles
4 months ago

Earthquake rocks Los Angeles

A 4.4 magnitude earthquake rocked the Los Angeles region early Monday afternoon.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Earthquake rocks Los Angeles
4 months ago

Radio station shakes during Japan earthquake

A local radio station's office could be seen vigorously shaking in footage captured during a strong earthquake that rocked the coast of southern Japan on Thursday.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Radio station shakes during Japan earthquake
4 months ago

7.1 magnitude earthquake strikes coast of Japan

A strong earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.1 has rocked the coast of southern Japan.
4 months ago
Police officers stand guard near a building damaged following an earthquake in Miyazaki, southwestern Japan, August 8, 2024, in this photo taken by Kyodo.
4 months ago

California rocked by 5.3 magnitude earthquake centered near Bakersfield

California experienced a spate of earthquakes on Tuesday night.
4 months ago
A screengrab of the USGS showing the epicenter of the 5.3 earthquake that hit California on Tuesday night (PHOTO: USGS)
4 months ago

Texas oil regulator investigating series of earthquakes

The Texas Railroad Commission, which regulates oil production in the state, is investigating whether recent earthquakes are being caused by fracking.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Texas oil regulator investigating series of earthquakes
4 months ago

Texas judge seeks state aid after 61 earthquakes in 7 days

Scurry County Judge Dan Hicks declared a disaster and urgently requested state assistance on Friday after the 61st earthquake in the past seven days.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Texas judge seeks state aid after 61 earthquakes in 7 days
7 months ago

Can animals be the missing link in predicting earthquakes? 

Researchers will use a PetPace wearable health tracker to measure dogs’ physiological responses leading up to an earthquake.
7 months ago
Researchers will use a PetPace wearable health tracker to measure dogs’ physiological responses leading up to an earthquake.
7 months ago

Monitoring of physiological changes in dogs could help detect upcoming earthquakes

A device that dogs wear on their collar could finally make use of thousands of years of anecdotes detailing a change in behavior in animals before an earthquake.
7 months ago
Researchers say a wearable device placed on dog collars could help predict earthquakes by measuring physiological changes in dogs.
7 months ago

Moderate earthquake hits Southern California

The magnitude 4.1 earthquake centered near Corona, in Riverside County.
7 months ago
VIDEO: Moderate earthquake hits southern California
8 months ago

More aftershocks following rare Northeast earthquake

More than 30 aftershocks have happened since the rare 4.8 magnitude earthquake on Friday that was felt as far south as Washington, D.C., and up to Maine.
8 months ago
VIDEO: More aftershocks following rare Northeast earthquake
8 months ago

Aftershocks continue to rattle Northeast following Friday’s earthquake

The surprise quake is the strongest to hit the region in nearly 140 years.
8 months ago
VIDEO: Aftershocks continue to rattle Northeast following Friday’s earthquake
8 months ago

How Friday’s earthquake measures up to previous ones in the region

Earthquakes along the Atlantic Seaboard are "uncommon but not unheard of," according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
8 months ago
People stand in a square outside the courthouse after an earthquake was felt in New York City, Aug. 23, 2011.
8 months ago

East Coast rocked by one of its largest earthquakes in the last century

A 4.8 magnitude earthquake rocked the Northeast Friday morning, shaking buildings from New Jersey to New York City and Connecticut.
8 months ago
A sunrise is seen in NYC on April 5, 2024.
8 months ago

East Coast hit with rare 4.8 magnitude earthquake

Experts warn that possible aftershocks following the tremors can continue for days.
8 months ago
VIDEO: East Coast hit with rare 4.8 magnitude earthquake
8 months ago

By The Numbers: Earthquakes

A look at the numbers behind the magnitude of earthquakes that have rocked the world as a 4.8 magnitude earthquake recorded on the East Coast became the strongest earthquake in the area since 1884.
8 months ago
VIDEO: By The Numbers: Earthquakes
8 months ago

Rare 4.8 magnitude earthquake leaves Northeast shook

The 4.8 magnitude earthquake that surprised the Northeast was centered in New Jersey and shook from Washington, D.C. up to Maine. ABCs Victor Oquendo speaks to Dr. Angie Lux about the rare occurrence.
8 months ago
VIDEO: Rare 4.8 magnitude earthquake leaves Northeast shook
8 months ago

4.8 magnitude earthquake shakes New York City, New Jersey

A 4.8 magnitude earthquake hit the Northeast Friday morning, shaking buildings in several states, including New Jersey, New York and Connecticut.
8 months ago
VIDEO:4.8 magnitude earthquake shakes New York City, New Jersey
8 months ago

Rare 4.8 earthquake strikes US northeast

Lucy Jones, seismologist and founder of Dr. Lucy Jones Center for Science and Society joins ABC News Live to discuss.
8 months ago
VIDEO: Rare 4.8 earthquake strikes US northeast
8 months ago

4.8 magnitude earthquake is 4th-strongest in NYC area

Tremors from the quake were felt from Washington, D.C. to New England
8 months ago
Tremors from the quake were felt from Washington, D.C. to New England
8 months ago

Here’s how to stay safe during an earthquake

While it may be hard to predict when an earthquake will strike, emergency management experts say there are steps that anyone can take to stay safe.
8 months ago
In this stock illustration, a seismograph is shown.
8 months ago

New York state taking earthquake 'extremely seriously': Gov. Hochul

A 4.8 magnitude earthquake rocked the Northeast Friday morning.
8 months ago
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8 months ago

Earthquake shakes Yankee Stadium ahead of home opener

A 4.7 magnitude earthquake was felt across the Northeast on Friday morning.
8 months ago
A 4.8 magnitude earthquake was felt across the Northeast on Friday morning.
8 months ago

'A roller coaster under my house': Northeast quake rattles residents

Residents react to an earthquake that hit New Jersey on Friday. It could be felt in New York City and as far as Washington, D.C., and Maine.
8 months ago
The sun sets on the skyline of midtown Manhattan and the Empire State Building in New York City behind Hoboken, New Jersey as seen from Jersey City, NJ, March 16, 2024.
8 months ago

New Jersey governor says there was limited earthquake damage in and around epicenter

The earthquake was centered near Whitehouse Station, New Jersey, and could be felt as far south as Washington, D.C., and as far north as Maine.
8 months ago
VIDEO: New Jersey governor says there was limited earthquake damage in and around epicenter
8 months ago

Are buildings in major Northeast cities able to withstand earthquakes?

UCLA professor of engineering John Wallace compares the readiness of West and East Coast cities.
8 months ago
VIDEO: Are buildings in major Northeast cities able to withstand earthquakes?
8 months ago

Yonkers mayor reacts to 4.8 magnitude earthquake

Yonkers is about 50 miles from the epicenter of one of the largest earthquakes to happen in the Northeast.
8 months ago
VIDEO: Yonkers mayor reacts to 4.8 magnitude earthquake
8 months ago

New York Gov. Hochul gives update following earthquake that shook Northeast

There were no immediate reports of injuries or damage in the immediate aftermath of the quake.
8 months ago
VIDEO: New York Gov. Hochul gives update following earthquake that shook Northeast
8 months ago

4.8 magnitude earthquake hits New York City, New Jersey area

The effects were felt in New York City, Philadelphia and Boston.
8 months ago
VIDEO: 4.8 magnitude earthquake hits New York City area
8 months ago

Taiwan earthquake death toll climbs to 10, with hundreds still stranded

At least 11 people were missing and some 705 people were stranded or trapped, authorities said.
8 months ago
In this photo released by the Hualien Fire Department, firefighters and quarry workers evacuate a body from the Ho Ren Quarry a day after a powerful earthquake struck in Hualien County, eastern Taiwan, Thursday, April 4, 2024.
8 months ago

Rescue efforts continue following Taiwan earthquake

Taiwanese officials are saying more than 700 people are still trapped.
8 months ago
VIDEO: Rescue efforts continue following Taiwan earthquake
8 months ago

10 dead in earthquake in Taiwan, more than 1,000 injured

Emergency crews are racing to rescue hundreds of people still trapped in damaged buildings as Taiwan recovers from its strongest earthquake in 25 years.
8 months ago
VIDEO: 10 dead in earthquake in Taiwan, more than 1,000 injured
8 months ago

Search for survivors after 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Taiwan

ABC News’ Marcus Moore reports on the search-and-rescue efforts after the country was rocked by the one of the strongest earthquakes in nearly 25 years.
8 months ago
VIDEO: Search for survivors after 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Taiwan
8 months ago

Taiwan earthquake updates: 9 dead, hundreds injured in 7.4 magnitude quake

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake occurred in Taiwan at 7:58 a.m. local time.
8 months ago
Rescue workers stand near the site of a leaning building in the aftermath of an earthquake in Hualien, eastern Taiwan on  April 3, 2024.
8 months ago

Taiwan earthquake: 9 dead, hundreds injured in 7.4 magnitude trembler

Taiwan's most powerful earthquake in 25 years killed at least nine people and injured over 1,000 on Wednesday morning.
8 months ago
VIDEO: Taiwan earthquake: 9 dead, hundreds injured in 7.4 magnitude trembler
8 months ago

Strong earthquake shakes Taiwan

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake shook the entire island of Taiwan at 7:58 local time on Wednesday, leaving at least nine people dead and more than 900 injured, Taiwanese officials said.
8 months ago
VIDEO: Strong earthquake shakes Taiwan
8 months ago

More than 70 miners trapped in Taiwan following 7.4 magnitude quake

At least nine people are dead, with hundreds reported injured.
8 months ago
VIDEO: More than 70 miners trapped in Taiwan following 7.4 magnitude quake
8 months ago

Powerful earthquake strikes Taiwan

Taiwan was hit by a magnitude 7.4 earthquake which was followed by a smaller 6.5 quake.
8 months ago
VIDEO: Powerful earthquake strikes Taiwan