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North Texas Registers 2.7 Magnitude Earthquake

Texas has had another minor earthquake. The U.S. Geological Survey says the 2.7 magnitude earthquake happened at 4:54 p.m. Wednesday and was centered 16 miles east-northeast of Cleburne. The area is 29 miles southwest of Dallas. No damage or injuries …

6th Earthquake in 4 Days Recorded in Oklahoma

Another small earthquake has been reported in Oklahoma. The U.S. Geological Survey says a 3.2 magnitude quake struck just before 6 a.m. Sunday about 27 miles (43 kilometers) northeast of Oklahoma City. The Logan County Sheriff’s Office says no damage …

Virginia’s August Earthquake Produces 50 Aftershocks

Virginia has recorded 50 aftershocks since a 5.8-magnitude earthquake rattled the East Coast in August. The Richmond Times-Dispatch says state and federal records show the aftershocks’ magnitudes have ranged from 1.8 to 4.5. Ben Munch with the Virginia Department of …

Magnitude 5.8 Earthquake Rattles Northeast India

India’s Meteorological Department says an earthquake of magnitude 5.8 has shaken parts of India’s remote northeast. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. The department’s website said the quake occurred on India’s border with Myanmar on Monday morning. …

Smaller Tremors Follow 5.6 Magnitude Okla. Quake

Central Oklahoma continued to be rattled by aftershocks after an earthquake measuring 5.6 rocked the state over the weekend. The U.S. Geological Survey had recorded at least five more tremors by midday Monday, the strongest being a 3.4 magnitude quake …

Earthquake Strikes Far Off Mexican Coast

An earthquake has shaken the seabed well off Mexico’s Pacific coast. The U.S. Geological Survey says the magnitude-6.5 quake was centered 206 miles (333 kilometers) south-southeast of Cabo San Lucas and 141 miles (227 kilometers) from Socorro Island. That volcanic …

Powerful Earthquake Hits off Northeastern Taiwan

A powerful earthquake has struck off northeastern Taiwan, but there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage. Taiwan’s Central Weather Bureau says the quake registered magnitude 6.5, while the U.S. Geological Survey puts it at 5.5. The earthquake struck …

Two Small Earthquakes Hit Near Oklahoma City

The Oklahoma City area has been shaken by two small earthquakes. The Oklahoman reports that the larger earthquake struck at about 12:45 a.m. Sunday six miles southeast of the city. The U.S. Geological Survey says it heard from more than …

Rare 4.6 Magnitude Earthquake Hits South Texas

A small and rare South Texas earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.6 has shaken homes outside San Antonio. The epicenter of the Thursday morning quake was near Karnes City. The U.S. Geological Survey said it was the largest earthquake …

Magnitude-6.2 Earthquake Hits Argentina

A magnitude-6.2 earthquake hit at a relatively shallow depth in northwestern Argentina Thursday, emptying schools and houses as people sought safety outside. In the provinces of Jujuy and Salta, people tweeted that it was the strongest quake they’d felt in …