Japan steps up earthquake, tsunami defenses amid quake swarm DW 07/09/2025
The Japanese government approved significant upgrades to the national plan to safeguard the public against potential earthquakes, particularly in the wake of ongoing tremors in the Tokara Islands.
Geologically complex regions more prone to landslides, study suggests
Yifan Zhang and colleagues suggest that regions with higher geological complexity are more prone to landslides, providing insights for better landslide prediction and management.
Video. Millions take part in national earthquake drill across Mexico
The nationwide earthquake drill, organized by the Ministry of Security and Citizen Protection, engaged around 30 million people, enhancing earthquake preparedness across Mexico.
Texas rocked by earthquake swarm in less than five hours
Texas has a significant number of fault lines, but the recent quake swarm appears to have been triggered by human activities associated with oil and gas operations.
California rocked by multiple earthquakes in less than 12 hours
Several minor earthquakes struck California, including a 2.8 magnitude quake in Monterey County, highlighting the ongoing seismic activity in the region.