Earthquakes Newswire

Human rights groups blast Myanmar junta for its continuing attacks on health workers despite devastating quake

Mizzima Human Rights Watch (HRW) together with Physicians for Human Rights issued a news release on 28 April documenting the impact of the Myanmar junta’s attacks on health workers and hospitals since the 2021 coup and the effect on responses to the …

Two quakes in Pacific ocean, but no damages or tsunami warnings issued

Two powerful offshore earthquakes struck the southwest Pacific early Wednesday (April 30) morning. But according to geological agencies, neither caused any damage nor triggered tsunami warnings. In fact, most New Zealanders did not feel them. The first …

Death toll from Myanmar earthquake reaches 3,800

BANGKOK, April 30. /TASS/. The number of deaths caused by March’s massive earthquake in Myanmar now stands at 3,800, with 5,100 people injured, and more than a hundred more still missing, the Global New Light of Myanmar newspaper reported. As the …

Strong Earthquake hits New Zealand

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake has struck off the west coast of New Zealand. No tsunami warning has been issued and there are no reports of damage. The US Geological Survey said the quake struck at around 1am local time. The epicentre was 300km southwest of …

Myanmar's earthquake death toll rises to 3,798

YANGON, April 30 (Xinhua) -- As of Tuesday, the death toll from the Myanmar earthquake has risen to 3,798, state-owned daily The Global New Light of Myanmar reported on Wednesday. In addition, the March 28 devastating quake has left 5,106 people injured, …

BIG Macquarie Island Earthquake MIGHT Be Tectonic Plate Movement!!! BIG New Zealand Shaker Could Mean More To Come, Too!!...

Here's all those earthquakes from the Macquarie Island, New Zealand Region: 5.0  Macquarie Island region 2025-04-29 13:56 4.1  288 km SW of Riverton, New Zealand 2025-04-29 13:44 6.8  Macquarie Island region 2025-04-29 09:53:35***** 6.2  286 km SW of …

Philippines: 66 quakes as Mt. Bulusan blows off steam

According to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs), the eruption started at 7:43 pm and lasted until 9 pm, with the plume likely blowing southwest, although it was hidden by clouds. 

1,100 Seattle buildings in need of retrofit to withstand earthquake forces

SEATTLE — April 29, 2025, marks 60 years since a deadly earthquake hit western Washington. A magnitude 6.7 earthquake, centered near Des Moines, shook the ground for about 45 seconds on April 29, 1965. Three people died from falling debris in Pioneer …

Global: Hurricanes and earthquakes could lead to global insured losses of $300bn in a peak year - Swiss Re

Following the long-term annual growth trend of 5-7%, global insured natural catastrophe losses may reach $145bn in 2025, mainly driven by secondary perils like severe thunderstorms, floods and wildfires, says Swiss Re Institute in its latest sigma report. …

Earthquake Strikes Ohio Again

The epicenter of today’s earthquake is at the star inside the colored concentric circles. Image: USGS According to USGS, another earthquake struck Ohio this morning, the latest in a string of quakes to give the state a shake. The magnitude 2.8 event struck …

Bulusan’s phreatic eruption accompanied by ash emission, volcanic quakes — Phivolcs

Bulusan Volcano in Sorsogon had a phreatic or steam-driven eruption at 7:43 p.m. on April 29, accompanied by ash emission and volcanic earthquakes, said the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). The eruption lasted 77 minutes, …

Myanmar workers want wage hike on Labour Day; Lack of healthcare providers hinder earthquake response

Lack of healthcare providers hinder earthquake response The arrest of over 872 healthcare workers and the closure of private hospitals has undermined the response to the March 28 earthquake, according to Human Rights Watch and Physicians for Human Rights. …

'Ground would sink': New research on big earthquake shows how bad it would be at the coast

An earthquake along the Cascadia Subduction Zone could cause parts of the coast to sink several feet, creating ongoing flooding risks in previously safe areas. PORTLAND, Ore. — A Cascadia-level earthquake would be catastrophic for the Pacific Northwest, …

Thai officials urge speedier investigation of quake-hit Bangkok tower’s collapse

CONSTRUCTION FIRM HAD PRIOR ISSUES The tower was a joint-venture between Italian-Thai Development – a long-standing Thai construction company – and China Railway No. 10, a subsidiary of Chinese state-owned China Railway, a group behind many large-scale …

4.7 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Alaska, Tremors Felt in Anchorage

WILLOW, Alaska — A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck near Willow on Tuesday evening, April 22, 2025, at 4:24 p.m. local time. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the quake originated 6 miles north of Willow at a depth of 16 miles. …

WATCH: UH Chaplain, daughter of WWE Hall of Famer 'Earthquake' appears on The Kelly Clarkson Show to share her journey ...

Joanna Sowards, John 'Earthquake' Tenta's daughter, currently works as a chaplain at University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center. CLEVELAND — He was larger than life. One of the most feared "bad guys" of professional wrestling in the …

‘Earthquake’: Israeli bombs rock central Gaza, killing at least eight

4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Remote Rutog County in Tibet; No Casualties Reported So Far

A 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck Tibet’s remote Rutog County at 4:17 a.m. local time on Tuesday, 29 April 2025, according to China’s Earthquake Networks Centre. The tremor, which originated at a shallow depth of approximately 10 kilometres, has not yet …

MRI-Guided Focused Ultrasound Demonstrates Efficacy for Essential Tremor, But Effect Decreases Over Time

Findings from a recent meta-analysis published in Movement Disorders revealed that although MRI-guided focused ultrasound, an approved noninvasive therapy for essential tremor (ET), initially showed an effect in tremor relief, the treatment’s benefits …

Understanding Chemical Reactions Between Smoke Residues and Building Materials

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Smoke damage from fires can result in much more than visible staining and odor. Chemical reactions between smoke residues and building materials can cause lasting structural damage, …

Understanding the Long-Term Structural Impact of Extreme Heat Exposure

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prolonged exposure to extreme heat conditions is increasingly recognized as a significant factor in the deterioration of residential, commercial, and industrial structures. As heat …

ATI Restoration Wins Both 2025 RIA Phoenix Awards for Innovation

ANAHEIM, CA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ATI Restoration (ATI), one of the largest disaster recovery firms in the nation, has earned top industry recognition by winning both of the Restoration Industry Association’s (RIA) …

NIST, Ensemble, Ezassi, and IU RedLab Announce Winners of NIST UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge

DC, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ensemble Consultancy, Ezassi, and the Indiana University RedLab announced the winners of the final phase of the NIST UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge (UAS 6.0), sponsored by the U.S. Department …

Iridium Development Inc. Announces Affordable Home Elevation Solution for Florida’s Flood-Prone Communities

Iridium Development Inc. launches affordable home elevation services to help Florida homeowners rebuild safer, lower insurance costs and increase property value TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Iridium Development …

PFAS are polluting the Arctic, threatening both humans and animals

Toxic chemicals, called PFAS, pose alarming danger to animals and humans in the Arctic, scientists say SHARJAH, EMIRATE OF SHARJAH, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Scientists have found that PFAS, nicknamed ‘forever’ …

Disaster Recovery Center in Johnson County To Permanently Close, Help Is Still Available

FRANKFORT, Ky. – The Disaster Recovery Center in Johnson County is permanently closing at 7 p.m. April 30.   The Disaster Recovery Center in Johnson County is located at:   KCTCS Mayo Campus, Auditorium Building C, 508 Third St., Paintsville, KY 41240  …

4 Tips to Prepare for Wildfires

The Eaton wildfire left communities devastated as it tore through Southern California.  Wildfires can affect communities and ecosystems across the nation. The widespread impact of these wildfires highlights the urgent need for awareness and preparedness …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Anderson County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Anderson County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides.   The new …

FEMA Offers Assistance for April Storm Survivors in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – FEMA is offering a wide variety of help to people affected by the April severe storms in Kentucky. Every homeowner or renter who suffered damage or loss is encouraged to apply. Money provided by FEMA does not have to be repaid. FEMA can …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Mercer County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Mercer County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Jessamine County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Jessamine County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Clark County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Clark County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new Disaster …

Tijuana Sewage Crisis: VetComm CEO Kate Monroe Calls for Urgent Action to Protect Military Personnel in San Diego

As raw sewage from Tijuana endangers San Diego, VetComm CEO Kate Monroe is calling for urgent action to protect service members training in contaminated waters. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the Tijuana …

دعوة إلى دليل حر وشامل

أسبوع المناخ في نيويورك في ظل إرث البابا فرانسيس. العمل مستمر في انتظار البابا الجديد "للتعاون" ROMA, ITALY, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- - في عصر يتسم بالارتباك، والتحولات السريعة، والشعور المتزايد بعدم اليقين العالمي، تبرز …

Los Angeles County Gets Automatic Tax Extension After January Fires: Legal Support Available to Navigate Relief Options

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Los Angeles, California, finally gets a break with tax season automatically extended to October 15th in the wake of the recent fires that engulfed so many parts of LA at the beginning …

NovaCHARGE and Charge Rigs to Showcase the FLEXX Mobile DC Fast Charger Line at ACT Expo 2025

Innovative, All-Electric Mobile Charging Series Returns to the Spotlight at Booth #5827 ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NovaCHARGE, a leader in electric vehicle (EV) charging technology, is proud to announce the feature …

Don’t wait! Today is the last day for West Virginians to apply for FEMA disaster assistance

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Today is the last day for West Virginia residents to apply for FEMA Assistance if they had damages from the Feb. 15-18, 2025, floods. THE DEADLINE TO APPLY IS 11:59 P.M. TODAY, APRIL 28, 2025. FEMA assistance for individuals and …

How To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following April Severe Storms in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. –FEMA is supporting recovery efforts for multiple disasters in Kentucky, including a new major disaster that was just declared on April 25, for severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides, and mudslides that occurred …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Hopkins County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Hopkins County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …