seismic activity
Philippines Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 69: Rescue Efforts Continue in Devastated Cebu Island
Oct 01, 2025 03:28 pm CST
A powerful 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck central Philippines near Bogo city on Cebu island, killing at least 69 people and injuring over 180. Rescue teams are working to free trapped survivors as hospitals struggle with the influx of patients. President Ferdinand Marcos has pledged swift aid for victims as aftershocks continue to threaten the region located on the Pacific "Ring of Fire."
Historic Philippines Church Collapses During 6.9 Magnitude Earthquake: Witness Accounts and Safety Warnings
Oct 01, 2025 01:41 am CST
A powerful 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck central Philippines on Tuesday, causing the partial collapse of the centuries-old Parish of Saint Peter the Apostle in Bantayan, Cebu. Footage of the heritage church's exterior facade crumbling has gone viral on social media. While no tsunami threat was detected, local authorities advised coastal residents to stay away from beaches. The Philippines, situated on the Pacific "Ring of Fire," regularly experiences seismic activity, though most quakes remain too weak to be felt.
6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Central Philippines: No Casualties Reported
Sep 30, 2025 11:14 pm CST
A 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck off the central Philippines coast near Calape in Bohol province on Tuesday evening. No casualties or damage were reported, though local authorities warned coastal residents to exercise caution. The Philippines, situated on the Pacific "Ring of Fire," experiences frequent seismic activity with unpredictable strong earthquakes occasionally occurring.
"All States In Himalayan Region Facing Existential Crisis": Supreme Court
Sep 24, 2025 03:16 pm CST
All states in the Himalayan region are facing a serious existential crisis, the top court said today and posed several questions to the Himachal Pradesh government on its policies to regulate tourism, construction, and mining.
7.8 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Russia, Tsunami Warning Issued
Sep 19, 2025 05:21 am CST
A 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Kamchatka in Russia's Far East on Friday, the US Geological Survey (USGS) reported, days after another strong quake in the area.