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Japan's Meteorological Agency issued an automatic earthquake alert on August 17, 2026, urging residents to prepare for possible tremors. Authorities are monitoring seismic activity and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
A 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck, with no tsunami warning issued by authorities. There are no reports of damage or casualties as of yet, and officials are monitoring the situation closely.
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake hit eastern Japan, including Tokyo, on August 20, 2026, causing buildings to sway. No tsunami warning has been issued, and authorities have not reported any damage or casualties.
A preliminary 5.9 magnitude earthquake hit eastern Japan early Sunday, with strong tremors felt in Tokyo. The Japan Meteorological Agency said there is no tsunami threat, and no major damage or injuries have been reported so far.
In Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, arched temporary shelters are being set up in the backyards of collapsed homes to provide emergency housing for earthquake victims. These "instant houses" offer a flexible solution amid delays in traditional temporary housing, easing the burden on evacuation centers.
At least 13 people died and 7 were injured in a landslide at an illegal gold mine in southwest Colombia, according to local officials. The tragedy unfolded as the nation still reels from a devastating 7.4-magnitude earthquake earlier in August.
Three days after a deadly earthquake on Indonesia's Flores Island, thousands remain displaced and many children are suffering from trauma. Relief efforts are underway, but psychological support is critically needed.
A week after a devastating 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, rescue operations are winding down as authorities and aid agencies pivot to sheltering displaced families and rebuilding infrastructure. The quake killed at least 289 people, injured thousands, and damaged or destroyed over 150,000 homes, while the full extent of the disaster is still being assessed.
At least 68 people have died in a powerful earthquake in eastern Indonesia, as rescue teams work to find those trapped in collapsed buildings. Aftershocks and landslides are hindering relief efforts, with many people still awaiting aid.
