Earthquakes
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July 17, 2025 at 11:18 PM

Alaska is the most earthquake-prone state. Here is why.

Wednesday’s magnitude 7.3 earthquake off Alaska’s Aleutian Islands chain struck in a region that has experienced a handful of powerful quakes within the last five years
July 17, 2025 at 11:18 PM
July 17, 2025 at 11:52 AM

7.3 magnitude earthquake rattles Alaskan island, prompting tsunami advisory

A 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck near Sand Point, Alaska, on Wednesday, prompting a tsunami advisory from the National Weather Service.
July 17, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Sand Point, Alaska, June 7, 2016.
July 16, 2025 at 11:35 PM

7.3 magnitude earthquake rattles Alaskan island, prompting tsunami advisory

Jodie Stevens joins ABC News Live from outside of Anchorage, Alaska, after a 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck and forced an evacuation from her high school reunion.
July 16, 2025 at 11:35 PM
VIDEO: 7.3 magnitude earthquake rattles Alaskan island, prompting tsunami advisory
July 9, 2025 at 12:10 PM

Dozens of earthquakes and aftershocks cause two deaths in Guatemala

Two people have died in Guatemala after falling rocks crushed their vehicle during a series of earthquakes
July 9, 2025 at 12:10 PM
People gather outside of a shopping mall after an earthquake in Guatemala City, Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Moises Castillo)
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6.1 magnitude earthquake strikes near Greece: USGS

The USGS said the epicenter was located 9 miles south of Fry, Greece.
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The USGS said the epicenter was located 9 miles south of Fry, Greece.
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6.1 magnitude earthquake reported near Greece: USGS

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake was reported near Greece early Wednesday local time, according to the United States Geological Survey.
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This is a breaking news story please check back for updates.
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Earthquake rattles the Southeast

A 4.1 magnitude earthquake rattled eastern Tennessee and was felt all through the Southeastern states.
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VIDEO: Earthquake rattles the Southeast
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4.1 magnitude Tennessee earthquake rattles multiple states

The 4.1 magnitude quake was centered not far from Greenback, Tennessee, and was felt as far away as Charlotte and Atlanta. ABC News’ Alex Presha reports. 
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VIDEO: 4.1 magnitude Tennessee earthquake rattles multiple states
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4.1 magnitude earthquake hits Tennessee

A 4.1 magnitude earthquake was reported Saturday morning in Tennessee and was felt as far as Atlanta and western North Carolina according to the U.S. Geological Survey and local news reports.
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VIDEO: 4.1 magnitude earthquake hits Tennessee
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Nashville Zoo announces birth of tiny southern pudu

Nashville Zoo celebrated Mother’s Day early as it announced the birth of a male southern pudu.
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VIDEO: Nashville Zoo announces birth of tiny southern pudu
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Animals react as earthquake rattles Tennessee

Animals reacted as a 4.1 preliminary magnitude earthquake rattled parts of Tennessee Saturday. No injuries or damages were immediately reported.
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VIDEO: Animals react as earthquake rattles Tennessee
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Tsunami warnings issued after 7.4 earthquake off coast of Chile and Argentina

Officials have issued tsunami warnings after a 7.4 earthquake occurred off the coasts of Chile and Argentina.
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Officials have issued tsunami warnings after a 7.4 earthquake occurred off the coasts of Chile and Argentina.
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6.2 magnitude earthquake near Istanbul rattles Turkey

A 6.2 magnitude earthquake has rattled much of Turkey Wednesday morning, according to the United States Geological Survey.
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Turkey's national flags are displayed on buildings a head of the National Sovereignty and Child's Day in the financial district of Istanbul, Turkey.
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Elephants at San Diego Zoo form 'alert circle' during earthquake

After a 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck Southern California, elephants at the San Diego Zoo reacted instinctively, forming what is known as an "alert circle" to protect their little ones.
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VIDEO: Elephants at San Diego Zoo form 'alert circle' during earthquake
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5.2 magnitude earthquake rattles San Diego

Residents across Southern California are bracing for possible aftershocks after an earthquake rattled the San Diego area on Monday.
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VIDEO: 5.2 magnitude earthquake rattles San Diego
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5.2 magnitude earthquake shakes Southern California

A 5.2 magnitude earthquake rocked Southern California on Monday.
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A map shows the epicenter of a 5.2 magnitude earthquake that shook Southern California, Apr. 14, 2024 according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
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5.2 magnitude earthquake rattles Southern California

No injuries or damages have been reported according to officials, as millions brace for aftershocks.
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VIDEO: 5.2 magnitude earthquake rattles Southern California
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California earthquake stirs slumbering baby

Baby monitor footage captured the moment Monday's 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck the San Diego area, stirring at least one baby awake in its crib.
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VIDEO: California earthquake stirs slumbering baby
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5.2 magnitude earthquake shakes San Diego area

A 5.2 magnitude earthquake shook Southern California on Monday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
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A 5.2 magnitude earthquake shook Southern California on Monday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
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Strong 6.9 magnitude earthquake reported near Papua New Guinea

A strong 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck near Papua New Guinea on Saturday morning local time, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
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Coast of Papua New Guinea.
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Myanmar-Thailand earthquake death toll still rising 1 week later

The human cost of last month's 7.7-magnitude earthquake that rocked Myanmar and Thailand is still rising more than a week later.
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A rescue worker walks past heavy construction equipment being used to clear rubble at the site of a collapsed building in Mandalay, Myanmar, on April 5, 2025.
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Myanmar earthquake death toll tops 3,000 with hundreds still missing

The death toll from last week's 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar rose to 3,085 people as of Thursday morning, according to the country's military government.
4 months ago
In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, rescuers conduct searches for survivors at the collapsed Sky Villa residence in Mandalay, Myanmar, on April 1, 2025.
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Myanmar quake has many in an ‘unbearable’ situation: WFP

World Food Program’s Melissa Lee Hein discusses the humanitarian situation in Southeast Asia.
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VIDEO: Myanmar quake has many in an ‘unbearable’ situation: WFP
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Woman pulled alive out of Myanmar earthquake rubble after 91 hours: Officials

Another 4,521 people were injured, Gen. Min Aung Hlaing reportedly said.
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A monk walks past a collapsed building in Mandalay on April 1, 2025, a few days after the deadly Myanmar earthquake.
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US pledges $2 million for Myanmar quake, but China already filled the void

As U.S. experts head to Myanmar to assist in recovery from the Southeast Asia earthquake, teams from China are filling the void.
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U.S. Indo-Pacific Command military personnel continue to work alongside Thai military and first responders near the collapsed State Audit Office building in Bangkok, Thailand, which fell after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake, March 28, 2025.
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Myanmar earthquake death toll climbs to over 2,700, local media reports

Rescues efforts were still underway on Tuesday, according to the Myanmar Fire Services Department. ABC News’ Britt Clennett reports.
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VIDEO: Myanmar earthquake death toll climbs to over 2,700, local media reports
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Rescuers race against time to find survivors in Southeast Asia earthquake zone

Four days after a powerful 7.7 earthquake, the death toll has climbed to more than 2,000 killed and thousands wounded.
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VIDEO: Rescuers race against time to find survivors in Southeast Asia earthquake zone
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Director of the International Rescue Committee outlines recovery needs in Myanmar

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with International Rescue Committee Director Mohamed Riyas about Myanmar’s critical needs after last week's earthquake and what humanitarian challenges will remain.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Director of the International Rescue Committee outlines recovery needs in Myanmar
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'The challenges are immense,' says IRC official on Myanmar earthquake

Ciarán Donnelly of the International Rescue Committee talks about the unprecedented destruction IRC teams reported following the Myanmar earthquake.
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VIDEO: 'The challenges are immense,' says IRC official on Myanmar earthquake
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Myanmar earthquake a ‘crisis on top of a crisis’: IFRC

International Federation of Red Cross’s Alexander Matheou discusses the humanitarian situation in Southeast Asia.
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VIDEO: Myanmar earthquake a ‘crisis on top of a crisis’: IFRC
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PHOTOS: See the destruction in Myanmar, Thailand from 7.7 magnitude earthquake

Even Bangkok, some 600 miles from the epicenter, saw damage from the powerful earthquake.
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Rescuers search for survivors trapped in the collapsed Sky Villa Condominium building in Mandalay on March 29, 2025, a day after an earthquake struck central Myanmar.
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Race to find survivors after deadly earthquake in Southeast Asia

Rescue workers are racing against the clock and a series of aftershocks to find survivors from the massive 7.7 magnitude earthquake that devastated Myanmar and parts of Thailand.
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VIDEO: Race to find survivors after deadly earthquake in Southeast Asia
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Search for survivors after devastating Myanmar-Thailand earthquake

The earthquake, which reached a magnitude of 7.7, affected Bangladesh, India, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and China.
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VIDEO: Search for survivors after devastating Myanmar-Thailand earthquake
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Dozens believed trapped in Bangkok skyscraper following massive quake

A desperate search is on for survivors from the devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar and Thailand.
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Rescuers search for survivors trapped in the collapsed Sky Villa Condominium building in Mandalay on March 29, 2025, a day after an earthquake struck central Myanmar.
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Death toll tops 1,600 in Myanmar and Thailand after devastating earthquake

Rescue crews are still searching for survivors after a catastrophic earthquake rocked Myanmar and Thailand. ABC News' Britt Clennett reports from Bangkok.
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VIDEO: Death toll tops 1,600 in Myanmar and Thailand after devastating earthquake
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Desperate search for survivors after 7.7 earthquake in Southeast Asia

The death toll is soaring as dozens remain missing and unaccounted after the worst quake to hit that region in 100 years hit Myanmar and Thailand.
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VIDEO: Desperate search for survivors after 7.7 earthquake in Southeast Asia
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Urgent search and rescue after earthquake in Southeast Asia

The death toll rising to over 1,000 after the 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar and Thailand.
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VIDEO: Urgent search and rescue after earthquake in Southeast Asia
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Death toll soaring after catastrophic earthquake rocks Southeast Asia

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake rocked Southeast Asia, causing buildings to come crashing down in Myanmar and Thailand. As the death toll rises, rescuers are desperately searching for survivors.
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VIDEO: Death toll soaring after catastrophic earthquake rocks Southeast Asia
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More than 150 dead after powerful earthquake strikes Myanmar and Thailand

ABC News foreign correspondent Britt Clennett delivers the latest on the deadly earthquake that struck Myanmar and Thailand from the scene of a terrifying building collapse.
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VIDEO: More than 150 dead after powerful earthquake strikes Myanmar and Thailand
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Myanmar-Thailand earthquake: More than 150 dead, hundreds injured

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake rattled much of Southeast Asia on Friday, flattening skyscrapers and leaving more than 150 people dead from Myanmar to Thailand.
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VIDEO: Myanmar-Thailand earthquake: More than 150 dead, hundreds injured
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‘Everything started shaking’: Earthquake eyewitness

Marisa Abel was vacationing at a hotel in Bangkok when the 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck.
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VIDEO: ‘Everything started shaking’: Earthquake eyewitness
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Dozens missing after 7.7 magnitude earthquake rocks Southeast Asia

The powerful earthquake struck Myanmar and rocked the Thai capital city of Bangkok, where 70 construction workers are now missing after a high-rise building collapsed to the ground.
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VIDEO: Dozens missing after 7.7 magnitude earthquake rocks Southeast Asia
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Earthquake eyewitness: Scene in Bangkok was ‘pretty insane’

ABC News’ Marcus Moore reports on the quake, and eyewitness Michelle Moody describes what she saw as the destruction unfolded.
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VIDEO: Earthquake eyewitness: Scene in Bangkok was ‘pretty insane’
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Dozens missing as massive 7.7 quake rocks Myanmar and Thailand

An earthquake with a 7.7 magnitude has rocked Southeast Asia on Friday, according to the United States Geological Survey.
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Workers run away from a building as it collapses at a construction site following an earthquake, in Bangkok, Mar. 28, 2025.
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Earthquake eyewitness describes ‘horrifying’ building collapse

ABC News’ Britt Clennett reports on the deadly quake that rocked Southeast Asia, and eyewitness Jack Brown describes what he saw as the destruction unfolded.
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VIDEO: Earthquake eyewitness describes ‘horrifying’ building collapse
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7.7 magnitude earthquake rocks Southeast Asia

The USGS says the epicenter of the quake was in Mandalay, Myanmar.
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The USGS says the epicenter of the quake was in Mandalay, Myanmar.
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3.9 magnitude earthquake recorded in Malibu, California: USGS

A 3.9 magnitude earthquake was recorded in Malibu, California, on Sunday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
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What is an earthquake?

An earthquake is caused when two blocks of Earth's crust slip past each other on a fault plane, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
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An earthquake is caused when two blocks of Earth's crust slip past each other on a fault plane, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
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Alaska's Mount Spurr could be on the precipice of eruption, volcanologists warn

An active volcano near Alaska's most populated city could be on the brink of eruption, according to scientists who are constantly monitoring a potential threat.
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Mount Spurr summit crater viewed from the southeast on February 7, 2025 during a helicopter gas and photo survey.
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Uptick in earthquakes could signal possible eruption at Alaska's Mount Spurr volcano

An eruption could impact the most populated city in Alaska.
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Uptick in earthquakes could signal possible eruption at Alaska's Mount Spurr volcano