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Montana Quake Rattles Great Falls, Prompts Local Preparedness Reminder
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck near Great Falls, Montana, on Thursday, January 29, 2026, prompting local officials to issue guidance and serving as a reminder of the region’s seismic activity.
4.7 Magnitude Quake Rattles Utah’s Wasatch Front, Aftershocks Possible
A 4.7 magnitude earthquake struck near the Utah-Wyoming border, sending tremors across Utah’s populous Wasatch Front early Thursday morning. While no significant damage or injuries were reported, the U.S. Geological Survey forecasts a notable chance of aftershocks, reminding residents of…
Magnitude 6.0 Earthquake Strikes Off Oregon Coast, No Tsunami Threat
A powerful 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck off the Oregon coast near the Blanco Fracture Zone, causing strong shaking but posing no tsunami threat, according to authorities.
Kilauea Volcano Prepares for ‘Episode 40’ High Fountaining: What to Expect
Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano is on the cusp of a significant eruption, with scientists anticipating ‘Episode 40’ high lava fountaining. Currently in a precursory phase, the USGS maintains a WATCH alert level, closely monitoring activity confined to Halemaʻumaʻu crater.
Powerful 6.9-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes the Visayan Sea Region
A 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck near Calape in the Philippines, causing widespread tremors and triggering aftershocks throughout the Visayan Sea region. Experts are monitoring the situation as residents face ongoing seismic activity.
Minor Earthquake Shakes New Jersey and Tri-State Area
A 3.0-magnitude earthquake struck Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey, causing brief tremors across the Tri-State area. While no injuries or damage were reported, the quake sparked widespread reactions and discussions about earthquake preparedness.