An international team of scientists has captured, for the first time, the death process of a subduction zone off the coasts of the U.S. and Canada. The finding, published in Science Advances, reveals that the Cascadia fault is progressively tearing apart, a phenomenon that could rewrite geological models and improve megathrust earthquake prediction.
An international team of geologists has found a 75-kilometer fissure in the oceanic plate off Canada's coast, revealing for the first time how a subduction zone 'dies'. The finding, published in Science Advances, does not imply an immediate threat but helps refine megathrust earthquake risk models in the Cascadia region.
International superstar Beyoncé has announced a personal donation of one million dollars to assist victims of the devastating 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck the Chocó region of Colombia on August 10. The funds will provide food and housing supplies to the hardest-hit areas, joining a wave of global solidarity.
In a powerful act of international cooperation, Argentine Army troops have reached the hardest-hit areas of the earthquake in Colombia. With a mobile water purification plant and a field kitchen, they are already producing and distributing clean drinking water and hot meals to thousands of survivors.
In a powerful display of international solidarity, Colombian President Abelardo De La Espriella personally greeted each Argentine soldier deployed in Quibdó, Chocó, on August 24, 2026. The visit came as part of ongoing recovery efforts following the earthquake that struck the region on August 10, highlighting the deep bond between the two nations in times of crisis.
Two months after the double earthquake that struck Venezuela on June 24, 2026, the official death toll stands at 6,509, with over 17,900 people affected. While the government of Delcy Rodríguez pushes reconstruction forward, humanitarian organizations warn of critical shortages of water and food in the hardest-hit areas, especially the coastal state of La Guaira.
In an unprecedented collective feat, about 1,800 volunteers managed to move the main tower of Hirosaki Castle, weighing 360 tons, using only ropes and rollers. The traditional Japanese technique, called hikiya, allowed the building to be shifted 2.22 meters to repair a wall damaged by an earthquake. A celebration of culture and community.
Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella announced a crackdown on irregular immigrants and those with criminal records, in a country still reeling from the August 10 earthquake that killed over 300 people. The measure, set to begin this week, has drawn sharp criticism from political sectors and social organizations.
A powerful 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Japan in the early hours of Sunday, with its epicenter in Ibaraki Prefecture and strong shaking felt across Tokyo and the wider Kanto region. At least 37 people were injured, most with minor wounds, though an 80-year-old woman suffered a serious fracture. No tsunami warning was issued and nuclear plants are operating normally, but authorities urge caution over possible aftershocks in the coming week.
A powerful magnitude 5.9 earthquake rattled Tokyo and the surrounding Kanto region early Sunday, injuring at least 37 people and causing minor damage. The quake struck near Ibaraki Prefecture, prompting a quick government response and advisories for possible aftershocks over the next week—a stark reminder of Japan's ongoing seismic vulnerability.
A powerful 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck Japan's Kanto region early on Sunday, August 23, 2026, with its epicenter in southern Ibaraki Prefecture. At least 37 people were injured, pipes burst, trains delayed, and authorities ruled out a tsunami. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi urged vigilance for potential aftershocks.
On Saturday, August 22, 2026, the Governor of Chocó, Nubia Carolina Córdoba Curi, visited the Argentine contingent deployed to assist communities hit by the recent earthquake. She praised their professionalism and coordination with the Colombian National Army, underscoring the power of international cooperation in times of crisis.
A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.2 shook southern Peru on Thursday, with its epicenter in the Ayacucho region, leaving damage to homes and schools. An aftershock of 4.2 was recorded hours later, as authorities assess the impact and urge caution against misinformation.
A magnitude 7.2 earthquake (according to Peru's IGP) or 6.7 (USGS) shook the Andean region of Ayacucho on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 1:00 PM local time. The tremors were felt as far as Lima, leaving two people slightly injured during evacuations and damaging homes, health centers, and a school. A 4.2 aftershock followed hours later.
Argentina's Ministry of Defense confirmed that 32 Argentine Army personnel have arrived in Quibdó, Colombia, to join the UNEJAPCOL humanitarian mission following a devastating earthquake in the Chocó department. The troops will assist with search and rescue, damage assessment, and medical support in one of Colombia's most vulnerable regions.
A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.2 struck central Peru on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 1:00 PM local time, causing panic across several cities including Ayacucho, Arequipa, and Cusco. The epicenter was located 35 kilometers north of Coracora at a depth of 108 kilometers. Authorities confirm no fatalities, with two minor injuries and damage to 22 homes, six health centers, and a school.
A powerful earthquake measuring 7.2 magnitude according to Peru's IGP (6.7 per USGS) shook south-central Peru on Thursday, August 20, 2026, with its epicenter in Ayacucho. The tremor triggered self-evacuations of hundreds, rockfalls on hillsides and damage to adobe homes. Authorities ruled out tsunami risk and reported only minor injuries.
Argentina's Ministry of Defense confirmed that a military contingent, integrated by Argentine Army personnel and coordinated by the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the Armed Forces (EMCFFAA), has arrived in Chocó, Colombia, to assist communities affected by a recent earthquake. The announcement was made via official social media on August 20, 2026.
A powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake (per IGP) shook southern Peru on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 1:00 PM local time, with the epicenter near Coracora, Ayacucho. The tremor, felt in Lima and other regions, triggered mass evacuations. No fatalities or major damage reported so far, and authorities ruled out a tsunami threat.
On August 18, 2026, Argentina's Foreign Affairs and Defense Ministries bid farewell to the Argentine contingent departing for Colombia with humanitarian aid, in response to the earthquake that hit the country on August 10. The Foreign Ministry coordinated the mission alongside the Armed Forces.
Ten days after a devastating magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Colombia, official reports confirm 319 dead, 4,506 injured, and 260 missing. President Abelardo De La Espriella has signed a decree declaring an economic emergency across 15 departments, while international aid, including from Argentina, continues to pour in.
The catastrophic earthquake that struck Colombia on August 10, 2026, now claims 312 lives, with 4,611 injured and 290 missing. As international aid pours in, a three-story house collapses in Pereira—just days after the initial tremor—reviving fears over unstable structures.
A fresh 4.8 magnitude earthquake shook Granada province in southern Spain on August 18, 2026, just three days after a 5.0 quake caused structural damage. The epicenter was near the town of Gójar, leaving three people lightly injured, forcing the evacuation of the Alhambra, and closing administrative buildings. Seismic activity continues with new tremors into the early hours of Thursday.
In a powerful display of regional solidarity, Argentina's Ministry of Defense confirmed that the Argentine Armed Forces have arrived in Colombia to assist victims of a devastating earthquake. Air Force aircraft transported specialized personnel and Army equipment as part of this critical humanitarian operation announced on August 19, 2026.
A 4.7 magnitude earthquake with epicenter in Gójar, 10 km from Granada, shook southern Spain again on August 18, 2026. It left three minor injuries, damaged buildings, and forced the preventive evacuation of the Alhambra. This is the second major tremor in four days, part of a seismic sequence keeping the entire region on alert.
