6.6-magnitude quake hits eastern Indonesia, no tsunami alert — USGS
JAKARTA, Indonesia — A magnitude-6.6 earthquake hit Indonesia's eastern region on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey said, with no tsunami warning issued.
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JAKARTA, Indonesia — A magnitude-6.6 earthquake hit Indonesia's eastern region on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey said, with no tsunami warning issued.
THE Office of Civil Defense extolled the local government units (LGUs) for their quick decision and action during a recent tsunami alert from a magnitude-7.4 Taiwan quake.
TOKYO, Japan — A magnitude-6.0 earthquake struck off northeastern Japan's Fukushima region on Thursday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said, but no tsunami warning was issued.
TAIPEI, Taiwan — At least nine people were killed and more than 1,000 injured Wednesday by a powerful earthquake in Taiwan that damaged dozens of buildings and prompted tsunami warnings as far as Japan and the Philippines before being lifted.
MANILA, Philippines — The government will immediately assist Filipinos affected by the magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Taiwan, President Marcos said yesterday as he expressed sympathy for the people of Taiwan.
TAIPEI, Taiwan — At least seven people were killed and more than 700 injured Wednesday by a powerful earthquake in Taiwan that damaged dozens of buildings and prompted tsunami warnings that extended to Japan and the Philippines before being lifted.
Following the 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Taiwan this morning, it is imperative that the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) swiftly account for every OFW in Taiwan who may have been affected by the tremor. The DMW must urgently ensure that the needs of every Filipino who may have been displaced or injured are promptly addressed.
TAIPEI, Taiwan — At least one person was feared dead and nearly 60 injured Wednesday by a powerful earthquake in Taiwan that damaged dozens of buildings and prompted tsunami warnings that extended to Japan and the Philippines before being lifted.