Earthquakes

Deadly Quake Hits Southern Mexico, Causing Buildings To Sway In Capital

The U.S. Geological Survey said the quake had a preliminary magnitude of 7 and was centered about 10 miles northeast of Acapulco.
By AP

Haiti Earthquake Death Toll Rises To 1,941

The Caribbean nation's Civil Protection Agency also raised the number of injured people to 9,900 after Saturday's 7.2 magnitude earthquake.
By Mark Stevenson and Evens Sanon, AP

Japanese Man Finds Out What Happens When You’re In A Bath During A Major Quake

One expert said Saturday's temblor was an aftershock of the devastating 2011 earthquake.
Ed Mazza

Strong Earthquake Hits Off Japan Coast, Triggers Mass Blackouts

The quake, which had a preliminary magnitude of 7.1, shook buildings but no tsunami warning was issued.
By Chris Gallagher and Elaine Lies, Reuters

Dozens Dead After Strong Earthquake Hits Indonesia

More than 600 people were injured during the magnitude 6.2 quake, which sent people fleeing their homes in the darkness.
By NINIEK KARMINI and YUSUF WAHIL, AP

North Carolina Rocked With 5.1 Magnitude Earthquake

The quake was the strongest to hit the state since 1916. No injuries or damage were immediately reported.
Nina Golgowski

Powerful Earthquake Shakes Southern, Central Mexico

The quake killed at least two people and sent thousands fleeing into the streets of Mexico City.
By Christopher Sherman, AP

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern Keeps Her Cool As Earthquake Hits Mid-Interview

“We’re just having a bit of an earthquake here Ryan, quite a decent shake here,” the prime minister said during the live exchange.
Josephine Harvey

5.7 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Salt Lake City Area

The quake knocked out power to some homes and brought the light rail system to a halt.
By BRADY McCOMBS and LINDSAY WHITEHURST, AP

14 Dead, Hundreds Injured After Earthquake Hits Eastern Turkey

The earthquake struck Elazig in the eastern part of the country with a preliminary magnitude of 6.8.
By AP