Earthquake
A 6.5 magnitude earthquake felt in Guadeloupe and Martinique
A 6.5 magnitude earthquake was felt on October 27, 2025, in several Caribbean islands, including Guadeloupe and Martinique, with no injuries or damage reported. The epicenter was located about 162 kilometers east of Désirade. A tsunami alert was briefly issued before being lifted.
M4.6 Earthquake Strikes Krasnodar Region
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake hit the Krasnodar region in Russia on September 9, 2025, as part of daily climate and disaster awareness updates. No major damage or injuries were immediately reported.
Dilg orders infrastructure audits for quake resilience
To prepare communities for the threat of strong earthquakes, the Department of the Interior and Local Government has ordered local government units to conduct comprehensive infrastructure audits on public and private buildings in their jurisdictions. The directive emphasizes that assessing structural integrity is crucial to ensuring public safety and minimizing casualties and damage during major earthquakes. This includes government facilities such as hospitals, schools, offices, and emergency response centers, as well as privately owned structures.
Afghanistan Earthquake Death Toll Exceeds 2200
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The death toll from a devastating earthquake in Afghanistan has risen to over 2,200, according to updates from UN agencies. Relief efforts continue amid calls for improved housing resilience to future natural disasters. The event underscores ongoing vulnerabilities in the region due to seismic activity.