Earthquake of magnitude 6.16 strikes Vanuatu islands, GFZ says
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6.2-magnitude earthquake hits Vanuatu in Pacific Ocean
On October 25, the Vanuatu islands experienced a magnitude 6.2 earthquake, originating at a depth of 125 kilometers. This region, known for its seismic volatility and volcanic activity, felt the quake's impact; however, its depth typically minimizes surface shaking. As of now, there are no reports of damage or injuries.
(Seoul=Yonhap News) A magnitude 6.2 earthquake occurred at 11:24 a.m. (KST) on the 25th in the waters 323 km north-northwest of Port Vila, Vanuatu, in the South Pacific...
Seismus was reported on Sunday by the German Center for Geoscience Research (GFZ), which estimated its magnitude at 6.16. According to the institution, the earthquake occurred at a depth of 125 kilometers. This depth is an important factor in assessing how seismic waves are felt on the surface. For the time being, the information provided does not indicate whether the earthquake caused material damage or casualties. The Saturday earthquake in Va…
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