Category Earthquake

Two 5.7’s and 6.3 Magnitude Earthquakes Strikes Vanuatu

A series of moderate to strong earthquakes struck near Vanuatu in the South Pacific, with magnitudes measuring 5.7, 5.7, and 6.3 respectively, according to data released by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The seismic sequence highlights the continuing tectonic…

Magnitude 5.4 Earthquake at Depth 10 km Strikes Mid-Indian Ridge on 12th October 2026

Overview A magnitude 5.4 earthquake struck the Mid‑Indian Ridge on 12th October 2026, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The quake occurred at a depth of 10 km, classifying it as a shallow‑focus event, which typically produces stronger surface shaking than deeper quakes. The Mid‑Indian Ridge is part of the vast…