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April 19, 2025 at 9:53 AM

Aftershocks, lack of resources hinder recovery work weeks after Myanmar earthquake

Basic services have yet to be restored to the areas of Myanmar worst hit by a huge earthquake three weeks ago, and emergency workers recovering bodies and clearing debris are contending with regular aftershocks and lack of resources, humanitarian servi...
April 19, 2025 at 9:53 AM
People clean debris from damaged buildings in the aftermath of an earthquake on March 28, in Naypyitaw, Myanmar, Monday, April 7, 2025. (AP Photo)
April 16, 2025 at 11:24 AM

Elephants at San Diego Zoo form 'alert circle' during earthquake

After a 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck Southern California, elephants at the San Diego Zoo reacted instinctively, forming what is known as an "alert circle" to protect their little ones.
April 16, 2025 at 11:24 AM
VIDEO: Elephants at San Diego Zoo form 'alert circle' during earthquake
April 15, 2025 at 2:12 PM

5.2 magnitude earthquake rattles San Diego

Residents across Southern California are bracing for possible aftershocks after an earthquake rattled the San Diego area on Monday.
April 15, 2025 at 2:12 PM
VIDEO: 5.2 magnitude earthquake rattles San Diego
April 15, 2025 at 11:26 AM

5.2 magnitude earthquake shakes Southern California

A 5.2 magnitude earthquake rocked Southern California on Monday.
April 15, 2025 at 11:26 AM
A map shows the epicenter of a 5.2 magnitude earthquake that shook Southern California, Apr. 14, 2024 according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
April 15, 2025 at 7:23 AM

5.2 magnitude earthquake rattles Southern California

No injuries or damages have been reported according to officials, as millions brace for aftershocks.
April 15, 2025 at 7:23 AM
VIDEO: 5.2 magnitude earthquake rattles Southern California
April 14, 2025 at 8:02 PM

California earthquake stirs slumbering baby

Baby monitor footage captured the moment Monday's 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck the San Diego area, stirring at least one baby awake in its crib.
April 14, 2025 at 8:02 PM
VIDEO: California earthquake stirs slumbering baby
April 14, 2025 at 6:25 PM

5.2 magnitude earthquake shakes San Diego area

A 5.2 magnitude earthquake shook Southern California on Monday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
April 14, 2025 at 6:25 PM
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake shook Southern California on Monday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
April 13, 2025 at 5:59 AM

Central Myanmar shaken by new quake following late March temblor

A 5.5 magnitude earthquake has struck in central Myanmar in one of the biggest aftershocks since a massive 7.7 magnitude on March 28 in the same part of the country
April 13, 2025 at 5:59 AM
April 5, 2025 at 2:29 PM

Strong 6.9 magnitude earthquake reported near Papua New Guinea

A strong 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck near Papua New Guinea on Saturday morning local time, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
April 5, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Coast of Papua New Guinea.
April 5, 2025 at 10:34 AM

Myanmar-Thailand earthquake death toll still rising 1 week later

The human cost of last month's 7.7-magnitude earthquake that rocked Myanmar and Thailand is still rising more than a week later.
April 5, 2025 at 10:34 AM
A rescue worker walks past heavy construction equipment being used to clear rubble at the site of a collapsed building in Mandalay, Myanmar, on April 5, 2025.
April 3, 2025 at 8:42 AM

Myanmar earthquake death toll tops 3,000 with hundreds still missing

The death toll from last week's 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar rose to 3,085 people as of Thursday morning, according to the country's military government.
April 3, 2025 at 8:42 AM
In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, rescuers conduct searches for survivors at the collapsed Sky Villa residence in Mandalay, Myanmar, on April 1, 2025.
April 1, 2025 at 4:22 PM

Myanmar quake has many in an ‘unbearable’ situation: WFP

World Food Program’s Melissa Lee Hein discusses the humanitarian situation in Southeast Asia.
April 1, 2025 at 4:22 PM
VIDEO: Myanmar quake has many in an ‘unbearable’ situation: WFP
April 1, 2025 at 4:01 PM

Woman pulled alive out of Myanmar earthquake rubble after 91 hours: Officials

Another 4,521 people were injured, Gen. Min Aung Hlaing reportedly said.
April 1, 2025 at 4:01 PM
A monk walks past a collapsed building in Mandalay on April 1, 2025, a few days after the deadly Myanmar earthquake.
April 1, 2025 at 3:53 PM

US pledges $2 million for Myanmar quake, but China already filled the void

As U.S. experts head to Myanmar to assist in recovery from the Southeast Asia earthquake, teams from China are filling the void.
April 1, 2025 at 3:53 PM
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command military personnel continue to work alongside Thai military and first responders near the collapsed State Audit Office building in Bangkok, Thailand, which fell after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake, March 28, 2025.
April 1, 2025 at 2:31 PM

Myanmar earthquake death toll climbs to over 2,700, local media reports

Rescues efforts were still underway on Tuesday, according to the Myanmar Fire Services Department. ABC News’ Britt Clennett reports.
April 1, 2025 at 2:31 PM
VIDEO: Myanmar earthquake death toll climbs to over 2,700, local media reports
April 1, 2025 at 6:04 AM

Rescuers race against time to find survivors in Southeast Asia earthquake zone

Four days after a powerful 7.7 earthquake, the death toll has climbed to more than 2,000 killed and thousands wounded.
April 1, 2025 at 6:04 AM
VIDEO: Rescuers race against time to find survivors in Southeast Asia earthquake zone
April 1, 2025 at 6:02 AM

Director of the International Rescue Committee outlines recovery needs in Myanmar

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with International Rescue Committee Director Mohamed Riyas about Myanmar’s critical needs after last week's earthquake and what humanitarian challenges will remain.
April 1, 2025 at 6:02 AM
VIDEO: Director of the International Rescue Committee outlines recovery needs in Myanmar
March 31, 2025 at 7:17 PM

'The challenges are immense,' says IRC official on Myanmar earthquake

Ciarán Donnelly of the International Rescue Committee talks about the unprecedented destruction IRC teams reported following the Myanmar earthquake.
March 31, 2025 at 7:17 PM
VIDEO: 'The challenges are immense,' says IRC official on Myanmar earthquake
March 31, 2025 at 4:30 PM

Myanmar earthquake a ‘crisis on top of a crisis’: IFRC

International Federation of Red Cross’s Alexander Matheou discusses the humanitarian situation in Southeast Asia.
March 31, 2025 at 4:30 PM
VIDEO: Myanmar earthquake a ‘crisis on top of a crisis’: IFRC
March 31, 2025 at 4:03 PM

PHOTOS: See the destruction in Myanmar, Thailand from 7.7 magnitude earthquake

Even Bangkok, some 600 miles from the epicenter, saw damage from the powerful earthquake.
March 31, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Rescuers search for survivors trapped in the collapsed Sky Villa Condominium building in Mandalay on March 29, 2025, a day after an earthquake struck central Myanmar.
March 31, 2025 at 2:05 PM

Race to find survivors after deadly earthquake in Southeast Asia

Rescue workers are racing against the clock and a series of aftershocks to find survivors from the massive 7.7 magnitude earthquake that devastated Myanmar and parts of Thailand.
March 31, 2025 at 2:05 PM
VIDEO: Race to find survivors after deadly earthquake in Southeast Asia
March 31, 2025 at 2:03 AM

Search for survivors after devastating Myanmar-Thailand earthquake

The earthquake, which reached a magnitude of 7.7, affected Bangladesh, India, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and China.
March 31, 2025 at 2:03 AM
VIDEO: Search for survivors after devastating Myanmar-Thailand earthquake
March 30, 2025 at 8:23 PM

Dozens believed trapped in Bangkok skyscraper following massive quake

A desperate search is on for survivors from the devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar and Thailand.
March 30, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Rescuers search for survivors trapped in the collapsed Sky Villa Condominium building in Mandalay on March 29, 2025, a day after an earthquake struck central Myanmar.
March 30, 2025 at 2:32 PM

Death toll tops 1,600 in Myanmar and Thailand after devastating earthquake

Rescue crews are still searching for survivors after a catastrophic earthquake rocked Myanmar and Thailand. ABC News' Britt Clennett reports from Bangkok.
March 30, 2025 at 2:32 PM
VIDEO: Death toll tops 1,600 in Myanmar and Thailand after devastating earthquake
March 30, 2025 at 1:03 AM

Desperate search for survivors after 7.7 earthquake in Southeast Asia

The death toll is soaring as dozens remain missing and unaccounted after the worst quake to hit that region in 100 years hit Myanmar and Thailand.
March 30, 2025 at 1:03 AM
VIDEO: Desperate search for survivors after 7.7 earthquake in Southeast Asia
March 29, 2025 at 1:58 PM

Urgent search and rescue after earthquake in Southeast Asia

The death toll rising to over 1,000 after the 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar and Thailand.
March 29, 2025 at 1:58 PM
VIDEO: Urgent search and rescue after earthquake in Southeast Asia
March 29, 2025 at 1:55 AM

Death toll soaring after catastrophic earthquake rocks Southeast Asia

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake rocked Southeast Asia, causing buildings to come crashing down in Myanmar and Thailand. As the death toll rises, rescuers are desperately searching for survivors.
March 29, 2025 at 1:55 AM
VIDEO: Death toll soaring after catastrophic earthquake rocks Southeast Asia
March 29, 2025 at 12:00 AM

More than 150 dead after powerful earthquake strikes Myanmar and Thailand

ABC News foreign correspondent Britt Clennett delivers the latest on the deadly earthquake that struck Myanmar and Thailand from the scene of a terrifying building collapse.
March 29, 2025 at 12:00 AM
VIDEO: More than 150 dead after powerful earthquake strikes Myanmar and Thailand
March 28, 2025 at 8:16 PM

Myanmar-Thailand earthquake: More than 150 dead, hundreds injured

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake rattled much of Southeast Asia on Friday, flattening skyscrapers and leaving more than 150 people dead from Myanmar to Thailand.
March 28, 2025 at 8:16 PM
VIDEO: Myanmar-Thailand earthquake: More than 150 dead, hundreds injured
March 28, 2025 at 6:26 PM

‘Everything started shaking’: Earthquake eyewitness

Marisa Abel was vacationing at a hotel in Bangkok when the 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck.
March 28, 2025 at 6:26 PM
VIDEO: ‘Everything started shaking’: Earthquake eyewitness
March 28, 2025 at 5:58 PM

Dozens missing after 7.7 magnitude earthquake rocks Southeast Asia

The powerful earthquake struck Myanmar and rocked the Thai capital city of Bangkok, where 70 construction workers are now missing after a high-rise building collapsed to the ground.
March 28, 2025 at 5:58 PM
VIDEO: Dozens missing after 7.7 magnitude earthquake rocks Southeast Asia
March 28, 2025 at 4:48 PM

Earthquake eyewitness: Scene in Bangkok was ‘pretty insane’

ABC News’ Marcus Moore reports on the quake, and eyewitness Michelle Moody describes what she saw as the destruction unfolded.
March 28, 2025 at 4:48 PM
VIDEO: Earthquake eyewitness: Scene in Bangkok was ‘pretty insane’
March 28, 2025 at 3:16 PM

Dozens missing as massive 7.7 quake rocks Myanmar and Thailand

An earthquake with a 7.7 magnitude has rocked Southeast Asia on Friday, according to the United States Geological Survey.
March 28, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Workers run away from a building as it collapses at a construction site following an earthquake, in Bangkok, Mar. 28, 2025.
March 28, 2025 at 2:46 PM

Earthquake eyewitness describes ‘horrifying’ building collapse

ABC News’ Britt Clennett reports on the deadly quake that rocked Southeast Asia, and eyewitness Jack Brown describes what he saw as the destruction unfolded.
March 28, 2025 at 2:46 PM
VIDEO: Earthquake eyewitness describes ‘horrifying’ building collapse
March 28, 2025 at 11:33 AM

7.7 magnitude earthquake rocks Southeast Asia

The USGS says the epicenter of the quake was in Mandalay, Myanmar.
March 28, 2025 at 11:33 AM
The USGS says the epicenter of the quake was in Mandalay, Myanmar.
1 month ago

3.9 magnitude earthquake recorded in Malibu, California: USGS

A 3.9 magnitude earthquake was recorded in Malibu, California, on Sunday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
1 month ago
1 month ago

What is an earthquake?

An earthquake is caused when two blocks of Earth's crust slip past each other on a fault plane, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
1 month ago
An earthquake is caused when two blocks of Earth's crust slip past each other on a fault plane, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
2 months ago

Alaska's Mount Spurr could be on the precipice of eruption, volcanologists warn

An active volcano near Alaska's most populated city could be on the brink of eruption, according to scientists who are constantly monitoring a potential threat.
2 months ago
Mount Spurr summit crater viewed from the southeast on February 7, 2025 during a helicopter gas and photo survey.
2 months ago

Uptick in earthquakes could signal possible eruption at Alaska's Mount Spurr volcano

An eruption could impact the most populated city in Alaska.
2 months ago
Uptick in earthquakes could signal possible eruption at Alaska's Mount Spurr volcano
2 months ago

Massive earthquake strikes southwest of the Cayman Islands

Preliminary figures measured a 7.6 magnitude earthquake, as a tsunami advisory is in effect for the Caymans and Puerto Rico.
2 months ago
Massive earthquake strikes southwest of the Cayman Islands
3 months ago

Rare earthquake strikes off New England coast

A 3.8 magnitude earthquake rattled the region early Monday, with trembles felt in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and an hour away in Boston. The quake was centered 10 km southeast of York Harbor, Maine.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Rare earthquake strikes off New England coast
3 months ago

3.8 magnitude earthquake strikes off coast of New England

A 3.9 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of New England Monday morning.
3 months ago
Appledore Island, Maine, is seen on Jan. 27 as an earthquake struck.
3 months ago

Tsunami advisory lifted after strong earthquake hits Japanese coast

The U.S. Geological Survey put the quake’s preliminary magnitude at 6.8.
3 months ago
Miyazaki city daytime aerial view from airplane
3 months ago

At least 126 dead in 6.8 magnitude earthquake in Tibet, Chinese media reports

Chinese media also reported that as of 10 a.m. local time, multiple aftershocks were recorded, the largest of which was 4.4.
3 months ago
In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, rescue workers search for survivors in the aftermath of an earthquake in Changsuo Township of Dingri in Xigaze, southwestern China's Tibet Autonomous Region on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025.
3 months ago

Powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake shakes Tibet, USGS says

At least 126 people were killed and more than 100 others were injured after the powerful earthquake struck around 45 miles north of Mount Everest along the border with Nepal.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake shakes Tibet, USGS says
3 months ago

At least 126 dead, scores injured in 6.8 magnitude earthquake near Tibet

ABC News’ Britt Clennett reports on the earthquake that has injured more than 188 people, according to Chinese state media.
3 months ago
VIDEO: At least 126 dead, scores injured in 6.8 magnitude earthquake near Tibet
4 months ago

7.3 magnitude earthquake damages US Embassy in Vanuatu

The embassy "sustained considerable damage during the earthquake and is closed until further notice," U.S. officials said in a statement.
4 months ago
This photo shows a general view of a severely damaged building housing the embassies of the United States, United Kingdom, and New Zealand after a powerful earthquake struck Port Vila, the capital city of Vanuatu, on Dec. 17, 2024.
4 months ago

CCTV shows earthquake rock Vanuatu

CCTV video shows homes and businesses shaking as a 7.3 magnitude earthquake rocked the Pacific island of Vanuatu, causing widespread damage.
4 months ago
CCTV shows earthquake rock Vanuatu
4 months ago

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.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Earthquake triggers brief tsunami warning in California
4 months ago

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.
4 months ago
A crack is seen on Blue Slide Road in Rio Dell, California, following a 7.0-magnitude earthquake, Dec. 5, 2024.