Earthquakes often bring to mind images of destruction, of the Earth breaking open and altering landscapes. But after an ...

NYE COUNTY, NV - the U.S. Geological Survey reported that a 2.8 magnitude quake shook near Beatty Wednesday night.

INYO COUNTY, CA - Wednesday evening, a preliminary 2.1 magnitude quake was registered near Coso Junction, according to the ...

No damage was reported after two earthquakes struck Zambales in the early hours of Thursday, local authorities confirmed. READ: Another magnitude 5.0 earthquake ...

The number of aftershocks following the magnitude 7.4 and 6.8 double earthquakes in offshore Manay, Davao Oriental last ...

The quake and aftershock come two weeks after dozens were killed in another earthquake in the quake-prone Philippines.

The U.S. Tsunami Warning System issued a tsunami threat after the quake, saying hazardous waves were possible for coasts near ...

Locals in coastal areas were ordered to evacuate immediately and see higher ground. Follow Newsweek for live updates.

The Great California Shakeout is coming. The event is an annual earthquake drill, aimed at increasing public awareness about ...

A new study found that if “The Big One" hit the Pacific Northwest, it could trigger an even bigger earthquake and affect ...

A strong 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck off the southeastern coast of the Philippines on Friday morning, according to ...