Some cities sit atop fault lines, where the earth shifts unpredictably, turning daily life into a waiting game for the next major quake. While seismic activity is natural, the most earthquake ...

TOKYO: Japan has warned of a 70–80% chance of a magnitude 8–9 earthquake along the Nankai Trough within the next 30 years, ...

For U.S. earthquake scientists, Japan's 'megaquake' warning renewed worries about when and how to warn the public if they find clues that the 'big one' might be coming for the West COast.

There have been no reports of damage however authorities have advised residents to prepare to move to safety if needed.

A major, 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck in Chile on Thursday, according to the United States Geological Survey. The temblor happened at 9:50 p.m. Chile time about 28 miles southeast of San Pedro ...

Japan’s “major earthquake” warning has put much of the country on high alert, even as some experts cast doubt on whether such an advisory is necessary or accurate.