Two powerful earthquakes rock the South Pacific near Vanuatu, triggering a tsunami alertWELLINGTON, New Zealand — Two powerful earthquakes rocked the South Pacific near the Vanuatu archipelago Thursday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey reported, triggering a regional tsunami alert. Powerful 7.8 earthquake strikes off Vanuatu, tsunami warning issued for regionWELLINGTON, New Zealand — Two powerful earthquakes rocked the South Pacific near the Vanuatu archipelago Thursday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey reported, triggering a regional tsunami alert. Deadly South Pacific tsunami spares Hawaii, but causes anxiety in the stateHONOLULU — The earthquake and tsunami that ravaged Samoa and American Samoa prompted officials in Hawaii to take precautions against possible devastating flooding as some residents prayed that loved ones in their homeland survived. Experts say no tsunami expected on West Coast from 7.9 Pacific quakeNo tsunami expected on West Coast from sea earthquake LOS ANGELES — Experts say a magnitude-7.9 quake in the South Pacific is not expected to produce a tsunami along the coasts of California, Oregon, Washington, British Columbia or Alaska. US monitor: Powerful 7.9 quake hits between Samoa and American Samoa; tsunami warning issued7.9 quake hits South Pacific, tsunami alert issued APIA, Samoa — The U.S. Geological Survey says a powerful 7.9-magnitude earthquake has struck in the South Pacific between Samoa and American Samoa. A tsunami alert has been issued for the region. At least 39 dead as strong quake strikes Samoas, causing residents to flee from tsunamiAt least 39 dead as quake, tsunami hit Samoas PAGO PAGO, American Samoa — A powerful Pacific Ocean earthquake spawned towering tsunami waves that swept ashore on Samoa and American Samoa early Tuesday, flattening villages, killing at least 39 people and leaving dozens of workers missing at devastated National Park Service facilities. Tsunami Watch issued for Indonesia, India, Thailand, MalaysiaA Tsunami watch has been issued by Pacific Tsunami Warning Center / NOAA / NWA, following a 7.9 magnitude earthquake off Southern Sumatra, which affected Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore. The Tsunami watch is in effect for Indonesia, India, Thailand and Malaysia. Powerful earthquake triggers tsunami in the Samoas, killing 82 people and flattening villagesQuake triggers tsunami in the Samoas, killing 82 APIA, Samoa — A powerful earthquake in the South Pacific hurled massive tsunami waves at the shores of Samoa and American Samoa, flattening villages and sweeping cars and people out to sea, leaving at least 82 dead and dozens missing. 7.6 and 5.5 Magnitude Earthquakes Rocks Southern Sumatra, Indonesia, Malaysia & Singapore
Scores killed in quake, ensuing tsunami at Samoa islands in South PacificAPIA, Samoa — A powerful earthquake in the South Pacific hurled massive tsunami waves at the shores of Samoa and American Samoa, flattening villages and sweeping cars and people out to sea, leaving at least 82 dead and dozens missing. Over 100 feared dead in tsunami-hit SamoaSYDNEY - The tsunami death toll triggered by an 8.3 magnitude earthquake, which rocked Samoa and other Pacific islands, could reach 100, according to Red Cross and media reports. More than 120 killed in Pacific tsunami (Third Lead)WELLINGTON - More than 120 people were killed when a series of tsunamis triggered by a magnitude 8.0 earthquake swept across the South Pacific, reports from the region said Wednesday. Tsunami destroys Samoa villages after powerful quake (Second lead)WASHINGTON/WELLINGTON - At least 25 people died in the Pacific island states of Samoa and American Samoa after a tsunami was triggered by a magnitude 8.0 earthquake Tuesday, according to reports from the region. Tsunami destroys Samoa villages after 8.3 magnitude quakeWASHINGTON/WELLINGTON - An 8.3-magnitude earthquake struck off American Samoa Tuesday triggering a three-metre tsunami, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre in Hawaii confirmed, demolishing villages on low-lying islands in the Pacific state of Samoa. Powerful Indonesian earthquake kills at least 33, landslide from the temblor buries dozensJAKARTA, Indonesia — Indonesians ran screaming out of buildings when a major earthquake rocked the country Wednesday, killing more than 30 people and unleashing a mass of rock and mud that buried villagers alive in their homes. Powerful earthquake shakes western Indonesia, injuring 4JAKARTA, Indonesia — Witnesses and media say a powerful earthquake hit western Indonesia, toppling buildings, cutting electricity and causing at least several injuries. Strong earthquake shakes Tokyo area, 2nd hits Indian OceanTOKYO —A powerful earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.6 hit Tokyo and nearby areas shortly after dawn Tuesday, halting trains and forcing two nuclear reactors to be shut down for safety checks. Sunderbans needs synchronised disaster management policy: ExpertsKOLKATA - The government should formulate a synchronised disaster management policy to save the Sundarbans, the world’s largest mangrove swamp, from the growing impact of climate change, environmentalists said here Wednesday. Another earthquake of magnitude 5.8 hits New Zealand
Major quake rocks New Zealand, tsunami alert issuedWELLINGTON - New Zealand civil defence officials issued a tsunami alert Wednesday night after a massive earthquake, estimated between 6.6 and 8.2 on the Richter scale, rocked southern regions of the country. 7.8 magnitude earthquake tremors Jackson bay, NZ; Tsunami hits again
Strong earthquake jolts Anchorage, Alaska; USGS says magnitude is 5.4ANCHORAGE, Alaska — A strong earthquake jolted Anchorage, Alaska, on Monday, sending people diving under desks and huddling in doorways but apparently causing no damage. Strong quake rocks HondurasTEGUCIGALPA - A strong quake measuring at least 7.1 on the Richter scale struck offshore from the Central American country of Honduras early Thursday. New evidence suggests meteorite did not wipe out dinosWASHINGTON - A geoscientist and her research team from Princeton University have compiled new evidence disproving a popular theory that an asteroid wiped out the dinosaurs about 65 million years ago. World finance ministers focus on aid to poor nations reeling from economic crisisWASHINGTON — Reeling from a recession with roots in rich countries, the world’s poorest nations need a hand up without burdening them with debt or adding to the ranks of the impoverished, global finance officials said Sunday. Strong quake jolts IndonesiaJAKARTA - An earthquake measuring 6.5 on the Richter scale Saturday jolted the eastern part of Indonesia, the meteorology and disaster management agencies said. President to award presidential standards to two IAF unitsGORAKHPUR - President Pratibha Patil will award presidential standards to 105 Helicopter Unit and 108 Squadron of Indian Air Force (IAF) here today for their meritorious services and on completion of 50 years of their raising. Powerful quake jolts JapanTOKYO - A powerful earthquake hit northern Japan Sunday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said. |
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