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Tsunami warning after 7 magnitude earthquake hits Indonesia

There were no immediate reports of casualties, but strong tremors were felt in Jakarta prompting people to run out of office buildings.

02 Aug 2019 6:59 PM

The quake struck about 165 kilometres south-southwest of the town of Ternate in North Maluku province at 6:28 pm local time, at a depth of 10 kilometres, according to the US Geological Survey. (Representational Image)

Major 7.3 quake hits off eastern Indonesia: USGS

The province was also hit by a 6.9-magnitude tremor last week but no extensive damage was reported.

14 Jul 2019 3:51 PM

An earthquake of magnitude 7.5 struck in a remote area of Indonesia in the Banda Sea on Monday, the US Geological Survey (USGS) said, but there were no initial tsunami warnings. (Representational Image)

7.5-magnitude earthquake hits in remote areas of Indonesia; no tsunami threat

The quake hit at a depth of 220 km, the USGS said. There were no immediate reports of damage or injury.

24 Jun 2019 9:15 AM

The nation's meteorological agency had warned Tuesday that a wave of one metre (three feet) could hit the coast of the Sea of Japan, north of Tokyo, but only small ripples of 10 centimetres were recorded. (Photo: File)

Japan: 6.4 magnitude earthquake causes minor tsunami, 16 hurt

The earthquake struck at a late hour in mainly sparsely populated areas so it was not easy to evaluate the damage immediately.

19 Jun 2019 8:48 AM

In the city - home to around 350,000 people - partially covered bodies lay on the ground near the shore, the day after tsunami waves 1.5 metres (five feet) came ashore. (Photo: Twitter | @AFP)

384 dead, many missing after earthquake, tsunami hits Indonesia

Hospitals were overwhelmed by influx of injured, with many being treated in open air, while other survivors helped to retrieve the dead.

29 Sep 2018 9:13 AM

'A tsunami has happened in Palu,' said Rahmat Triyono, head of the disaster agency's earthquake and tsunami division. (Representational Image)

Indonesian city hit by tsunami after powerful earthquake

The 7.5 magnitude quake sparked terror among locals who fled into streets and raced to higher ground fearing tsunami waves.

28 Sep 2018 7:42 PM

As glaciers thin around the world, they are modifying their landscapes dramatically. (Photo: Pixabay)

Global warming hikes risk of landslide tsunamis, says study

With global warming causing glaciers to shrink, there is increased risk of tidal waves triggered by collapse of rocky slopes.

07 Sep 2018 12:12 PM

The Bermuda Triangle, also known as the Devil’s Triangle, is a region in the North Atlantic that is generally bounded by Miami, Bermuda and Puerto Rico

Bermuda Triangle mystery solved

Scientists believe they’ve solved the mystery of the Bermuda Triangle ― and it’s not UFOs or sea monsters.

03 Aug 2018 5:14 PM

The place has more than 50 islands of various sizes, and 4,400 big and small canals.

Pichavaram diaries

The world’s second largest mangrove forest is spread over 1,100 hectares.

25 Mar 2018 1:43 AM

Officials plan to screen 3D films on natural disasters

Students to get disaster lessons

The auditorium will be at Parel. Officials plan to screen 3D films to students on natural disasters and how to tackle them at the gallery.

06 Feb 2018 3:02 AM

According to the letter by Kalayil 11 Asian nations could be affected by the quake, including China, India, Japan, Nepal, Indonesia and Afghanistan. (Photo: Pixabay)

Man from India predicts major earthquake to hit India, Pakistan

According to him, earthquake could shake Indian Ocean in December triggering massive tsunami which could affect countries.

06 Nov 2017 3:19 PM

The quake hit offshore in the Pacific at 11:49 pm (0449 GMT), about 100 kilometers (60 miles) from the coastal town of Tonala (Photo: Representational)

Powerful magnitude 8.1 earthquake rocks southern Mexico; at least 15 dead

The USGS put the magnitude slightly lower, at 8.1. That is the same as a devastating 1985 earthquake that killed more than 10,000 people.

08 Sep 2017 5:12 PM

Tsunami advisory cancelled after Russia 7.8 earthquake

Waves were forecast to be less than 0.3 meters (1 foot) above the tide level for coasts in an area ranging from Russia to Hawaii.

18 Jul 2017 6:34 AM

Indians hold candles to condemn the brutal gangrape of a woman on December 16, 2012 in New Delhi. (Photo: AP)

Vigilantism vs the rule of law: Justice driven by public opinion

Many a time media publicity prevents the miscarriage of justice and fast tracks cases.

01 Jun 2017 3:49 AM

Happiness is there in every being like air is everywhere.

Mystic Mantra: Life lessons are everywhere

Window taught me to look outside ourselves, and not to confine ourselves to the four walls of selfishness.

04 Feb 2017 4:13 AM

A file photo of the Monju nuclear reactor in Fukui prefecture, Japan. (Photo: AP)

Japan to scrap Monju nuclear reactor

It has cost Japan at least $9 billion while operating only 250 days since it started up 22 years ago.

22 Dec 2016 6:12 AM

Quakes are common near Papua New Guinea, which lies on the 4,000-kilometre-long Pacific Australia plate, which forms part of the 'Ring of Fire'. (Photo: Representational Image)

Papua New Guinea: Small tsunami after earthquake

The quake knocked items off shelves and caused a blackout in the town of Kokopo in northeastern Papua New Guinea.

17 Dec 2016 5:34 PM

Faizal, 8, holds a clock showing the time when the quake struck in Pidie Jaya, Indonesia. (Photo: AFP)

45,000 left homeless after Indonesia quake

More than 700 people were injured in the quake, many seriously, according to the country’s disaster agency.

11 Dec 2016 4:07 AM

The latest earthquake generated tsunami waves of up to 1.4 meters (4.6 feet), causing a noticeable rise in water levels in some places, but not enough to overflow flood barriers. (Photo: AP)

Comparing the 2011 and 2016 Japan earthquakes and tsunamis

The latest earthquake generated tsunami waves of up to 1.4 meters, whereas, the 2011 earthquake triggered tsunamis of 10 to 20 meters.

22 Nov 2016 2:59 PM

Vehicles make a line as they flee following a tsunami warning in Iwaki, Fukushima prefecture early Tuesday. (Photo: AP)

Strong quake hits Japan, triggers tsunami

A water cooling system at a reactor in separate Fukushima Daini facility had briefly stopped, but it was back up and operating.

22 Nov 2016 8:02 AM

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