Recent earthquakes have affected various regions worldwide:
- Texas, USA: On February 28, 2025, a 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck near Midland, Texas, with tremors extending to areas like Lubbock, Abilene, San Angelo, and even reaching parts of New Mexico.
- Queensland, Australia: Townsville experienced a 4.4 magnitude earthquake on March 4, 2025, causing significant tremors and power outages in several suburbs.
- Chile: A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck northern Chile on March 6, 2025, with its epicenter located southwest of San Pedro de Atacama. The quake had a depth of 93 kilometers, and no injuries or significant damage were reported.
In the United States, the Advanced National Seismic System (ANSS) collaborates to collect and analyze data on significant earthquakes, providing near real-time information to emergency responders and the public.
For real-time earthquake data and maps, the U.S. Geological Survey’s ShakeMap system offers near-real-time maps of ground motion and shaking intensity following significant earthquakes.