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Nbc NewsEarthquake Kills at Least 35 in Philippines, Damages Schools and Infrastructure
A 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Mindanao early Monday, collapsing buildings and triggering landslides and tsunamis. The quake injured hundreds and killed at least 35 people as of Monday afternoon, with officials warning the toll could rise.
Nbc NewsEarthquake damages buildings in the Philippines
A deadly earthquake struck the Philippines, causing buildings to crumble. Video footage showed the structural damage during the event.
indianexpress.com7.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Philippines, Topples Building
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck the Philippines and caused a small building to collapse in General Santos city. No casualties have been reported so far, and officials have not confirmed whether anyone was trapped or injured.
Al JazeeraMount Merapi Volcano Erupts, Sends Ash Column Two Kilometers High
Mount Merapi in West Sumatra released a two-kilometer ash column on 30 May 2026. Officials maintain a three-kilometer exclusion zone first set after a 2023 eruption.
NewsweekMagnitude 6.0 Earthquake Strikes Off Hawaii’s Big Island
A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck late Friday about eight miles south of Honaunau-Napoopoo at a depth of 14 miles. The quake was felt on Hawaii, Maui, and Oahu. No tsunami warning was issued and officials reported no immediate damage or injuries.
rnz.co.nzHeavy Rain and Floods in China Kill at Least 22
China's most intense storm this year triggered flash floods across seven provinces. Tens of thousands of residents were forced to leave their homes.
citizen.co.zaMagnitude 6.3 Earthquake Strikes Off Miyagi Coast in Tohoku
A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck off the coast of Miyagi Prefecture at 8:22 p.m. on May 15, 2026, registering a lower 5 on Japan's seismic intensity scale in several cities. No tsunami threat was issued and there were no immediate reports of injuries or damage. The Tohoku Shinka…
nbcnews.comJapan Issues Emergency Earthquake Warning After 6.6 Magnitude Tremor
Japanese authorities issued an emergency earthquake warning for five northern prefectures following a preliminary magnitude 6.6 quake. The tremor struck off the country's northeastern coast on Friday. No immediate reports of damage or injuries have surfaced.
rediff.comOver 100 Dead After Severe Storm Hits Uttar Pradesh
More than 100 people died as a violent storm struck Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state. The deaths mark one of the deadliest weather events in the region in recent memory. Rescue and recovery operations continue.
Los Angeles TimesBodies of Two Hikers Recovered After Indonesia Volcano Eruption
Rescuers recovered the bodies of two Singaporean men on Sunday, two days after Mount Dukono erupted on the remote island of Halmahera. The men were part of a group of 20 hikers who ignored safety restrictions and were caught in the blast that sent ash 6 miles into the air. Offici…
thesouthafrican.comThree Hikers Killed, 17 Rescued After Eruption on Indonesia’s Mount Dukono
Rescuers retrieved the remains of an Indonesian woman and two Singaporean men days after a volcanic blast killed them near the crater rim. The hikers had ignored safety restrictions on the 1,355-meter volcano, one of more than 120 active peaks in the country. Search teams faced r…
Abc NewsThree Hikers Die in Eruption of Indonesia’s Mount Dukono as Search Ends
Rescuers located the remains of Heng Wen Qiang Timothy, 30, and Shahin Muhrez bin Abdul Hamid, 27, near the crater rim of the 1,355-meter volcano on Halmahera island on Sunday. An Indonesian woman identified only as Enjel was found dead the previous day. All three were among 20 h…
The IndependentIndonesian Rescuers Recover Body of One Hiker After Mount Dukono Eruption
Rescuers recovered the body of an Indonesian woman on Saturday after a volcanic eruption at Mount Dukono on Halmahera island killed three hikers who had ignored safety restrictions. Search operations for two missing Singaporean climbers were suspended due to ongoing eruptions, ra…
japantimes.co.jpBody of Indonesian Woman Recovered After Mount Dukono Eruption That Stranded 20 Hikers
Indonesian search teams found the body of hiker Enjel about 50 meters from the rim of Mount Dukono's main crater on Saturday, one day after the volcano erupted. Operations continued for two missing Singaporean climbers among a group of 20 who defied hiking restrictions. The searc…
indianexpress.comMount Sakurajima Erupts in Southern Japan, Sending Ash Plume to 11,500 Feet
Mount Sakurajima erupted in southern Japan on Saturday, blasting an ash plume nearly 11,500 feet into the sky. Dramatic footage of the eruption has circulated widely, with one observer comparing it to the opening shot of a disaster film. No injuries or damage were immediately rep…
Fox NewsThree Dead, Five Injured After Eruption Hits Group Climbing Indonesia’s Mount Dukono
Mount Dukono erupted at 7:41 a.m. local time on May 8, 2026, killing three climbers who had entered a restricted zone the previous day. Rescue teams evacuated 17 others, five of them injured, while the victims' bodies remained on the volcano. The mountain, which has erupted conti…
The BbcThree Hikers Killed in Mount Dukono Eruption on Halmahera Island
Two Singaporean men and an Indonesian woman from Ternate perished after the early-morning eruption on Halmahera island Friday despite a climbing ban in place since December 2024. All 17 surviving members of a 20-hiker group have been located, with most evacuated to hospital. The…
asiaone.comIndonesian Authorities Rush to Rescue 20 Hikers After Mount Dukono Eruption
Authorities are working to locate and rescue 20 hikers following an eruption of Mount Dukono on Halmahera island. A local rescue agency official told Reuters that search efforts are underway. The incident occurred on the island in Indonesia's North Maluku region.
newscientist.com2025 Alaska Landslide Triggered 1,500-Foot Runup Tsunami in Remote Fjord
A new study documents a giant tsunami that struck a remote Alaskan fjord last year, pushing water more than 1,500 feet up its sides in an area popular with tourists. Researchers called the event a near-miss and urged greater monitoring to avert future disasters. NPR reported the…
abcnews.go.comVolcano Erupts in Philippines, Producing Ash Clouds
A volcano erupted in the Philippines, prompting varied responses from onlookers. While some individuals stood filming the rising ash clouds, one person quickly fled the area. @MarioNawfal reported the scene amid the eruption.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewJapan Issues Tsunami Warning and Mega-Quake Advisory After 7.5-Magnitude Earthquake Off Northern Coast
A 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck off Japan's northern coast on April 20, prompting tsunami warnings and evacuations in affected areas. Authorities issued an advisory for a slightly increased risk of a mega-quake in the coming week, urging residents to prepare while continuing da…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewEvacuations Underway in Northeastern Japan After 7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Warning
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck northeastern Japan on April 20, 2026, leading to evacuations as tsunami waves approach the coastline. Waves measuring around half a meter are nearing the shore and could reach land. Authorities have initiated safety measures in response to the ev…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewJapan Hit by 7.4-7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Off Northeastern Coast, Tsunami Warnings Downgraded
A strong earthquake struck off Japan's northeastern coast, with sources reporting magnitudes between 7.4 and 7.7, prompting initial tsunami warnings that were later downgraded. No major damage or casualties were reported, but officials warned of a heightened risk for a larger qua…
thehindu.comJapan Issues Advisory for Possible Major Earthquake After 7.5-Magnitude Quake Triggers Tsunami Warnings
A 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck off Japan's northern coast, prompting tsunami warnings and evacuations in several prefectures. Officials issued a special advisory warning of an elevated risk for a larger quake in the coming week. No major injuries or damage were reported, thoug…
Photo: Winston Chen / UnsplashSuper Typhoon Sinlaku Causes Damage on Northern Mariana Islands and Guam
Super Typhoon Sinlaku struck the Northern Mariana Islands and Guam with winds up to 150 mph, flipping cars, toppling utility poles, and ripping off roofs. No deaths have been reported, though power outages and flooding affected Saipan and other areas. Authorities are assessing da…