Earthquake

Magnitude 7.5 earthquake off northeast Japan triggers tsunami warnings and evacuations

The tremor had an epicenter in the Pacific Ocean and was 10 km deep, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.

  A television screen shows a news report on Japan Meteorological Agency's tsunami warning, saying it expected tsunami waves of up to 3 meters (9.84 feet) to reach large coastal areas in northern Japan after an earthquake struck off the coast of Japan, April 20, 2026.
Excavations of Raknehaugen, Norway, in 1939.

Scandinavia's largest prehistoric mound is not a tomb, but a memorial to a natural disaster - study

Geothermal power plant.

Cheap energy – and earthquakes: The new power plant driving Britain crazy

Gerash in Southern Iran.

4.3-magnitude earthquake strikes the Gerash area in southern Iran


7,700 Quakes Since January: Scientists investigate 'swarm of earthquakes' in Santorini

Experts note absence of main earthquake amid ongoing seismic activity.

 7,700 Quakes Since January: Scientists investigate 'swarm of earthquakes' in Santorini

Israel readying for possibility it could face tsunami amid earthquakes in Greece

On Wednesday, the deputy head of the National Security Council convened an urgent discussion on the matter.

An illustrative image of a tsunami warning sign.

"Still shakes like a cradle": Geologist warns of major quake, tsunami in Turkey

Geologist Celal Şengör warned of an imminent risk of a devastating earthquake and tsunami that could strike Istanbul and the Marmara region.

 The earthquake in Turkey, February 2023.

Dutch seismologist warns of potential earthquake in Middle East

“It does not happen often, but if you are in Iran, be on extra alert as well,” Hoogerbeets added.

 An aerial view shows collapsed and damaged buildings after an earthquake in Hatay, Turkey February 7, 2023.

'82% chance of disaster': Japan raises megaquake probability along Nankai Trough

Japan's government and experts have issued a warning about the increasing likelihood of a mega-earthquake striking the nation within the next 30 years.

 '82% chance of disaster': Japan raises megaquake probability along Nankai Trough. Illustration.

Powerful earthquake kills nearly 100 in Tibet, rattles Nepal

Chinese President Xi Jinping said all-out search and rescue efforts should be carried out to minimize casualties, properly resettle the affected people, and ensure a safe and warm winter.

Rescue teams stand amid rubble in the aftermath of an earthquake in a location given as Shigatse City, Tibet Autonomous Region, China, January 7, 2025, in this screengrab obtained from a handout video.

Scientists plan to predict earthquakes, volcanic eruptions by tracking goats from space

In experiments conducted in Sicily on the slopes of Mount Etna, sensors showed that goats became nervous before an eruption.

 In experiments conducted in Sicily on the slopes of Mount Etna, sensors showed that goats became nervous before an eruption.

Explosion of Lebanese weapons depot activates earthquake alerts in northern Israel

"There is no indication of a security incident," the IDF said.

 "Red Alert" earthquake warnings that activated across Israel, October 26, 2024.

Iranian earthquake sparks debate over potential nuclear testing - report

An earthquake felt throughout Iran on Saturday evening led to speculation about the country's use of nuclear weapons on social media.

 Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei views the Iran nuclear achievements, in Tehran, Iran June 11, 2023.

Urban renewal: Potential for 16,000 new apartments in this city

The Central District Committee will discuss replacing TAMA 38 in Rishon LeZion, allowing for 16,000 new apartments citywide. The plan includes earthquake reinforcements and gradual urban renewal.

 Illustration: Construction in Rishon LeZion