A magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck the Tonga region Wednesday morning. No tsunami watches and warnings were issued. Due to it having a depth of 210 km, it could not have displaced enough water above the surface that would generate a tsunami across the Pacific. There were no immediate reports of damage. The United States Geological Survey estimated a low chance of casualties and damage. It was not so active earlier, but it is of course very active now. Another large earthquake is not out of the question. An even larger earthquake in the same region can't be ruled out although it also might not happen. It still might be active out there within the next several days so far.
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Report: 5.10.23
A magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck the Tonga region Wednesday morning. No tsunami watches and warnings were issued. Due to it having a depth of 210 km, it could not have displaced enough water above the surface that would generate a tsunami across the Pacific. There were no immediate reports of damage. The United States Geological Survey estimated a low chance of casualties and damage. It was not so active earlier, but it is of course very active now. Another large earthquake is not out of the question. An even larger earthquake in the same region can't be ruled out although it also might not happen. It still might be active out there within the next several days so far.
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