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U.S. readies earthquake relief response

Fri, Mar 11 2011 at 8:57 AM

The U.S. Defense Department was preparing American forces to provide relief after the earthquake, which generated a massive tsunami.
Huge tsunami kills hundreds in Japan, sweeps across Pacific basin

Fri, Mar 11 2011 at 8:15 AM

The biggest quake to hit Japan struck the northeast coast Friday, triggering a 10-meter tsunami that swept away everything in its path.
Heightened state of alert at Japan nuclear power plant

Fri, Mar 11 2011 at 8:00 AM

Japanese media reported that a leak was possible at the plant as water levels fall, and that 2,000 residents had been told to evacuate the area.
Massive quake triggers tsunami, fires in Japan

Fri, Mar 11 2011 at 7:51 AM

Video: A 8.9 magnitude earthquake triggers a giant wave that washes away cars, boats and homes in Japan. NHK World reports.
Earthquake hits Japan, tsunami warning issued

Tue, Mar 08 2011 at 11:52 PM

A 7.2 magnitude quake struck off the coast of northeast Japan Wednesday, but there were no reports of damage or injuries.
Following Arkansas quake, regulators call time out on fracking

Mon, Mar 07 2011 at 2:29 PM

Wastewater storage from fracking may be causing earthquakes. For now, Arkansas is stopping operations.
Scientists monitor new eruptions at Hawaii's Kilauea Volcano

Sun, Mar 06 2011 at 9:38 PM

The volcano is being closely monitored for heightened activity after a fissure sent lava spewing 65 feet in the air.
Massive dust storm hits quake-hit Christchurch

Wed, Mar 02 2011 at 2:31 AM

Search and rescue teams do not expect to find any more survivors, expecting the death toll to approach 240.
Phil Keoghan's emotional return to New Zealand

Mon, Feb 28 2011 at 3:23 PM

'Amazing Race' host journeys back to his hometown of Christchurch to document the earthquake in New Zealand.
New Zealand to approach Oprah for help

Sun, Feb 27 2011 at 8:53 PM

Prime Minister John Key planned to ask Oprah and David Letterman to promote a charity drive for victims and rebuilding efforts.

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Earthquake News

Articles about Earthquake News

U.S. readies earthquake relief response

Huge tsunami kills hundreds in Japan, sweeps across Pacific basin

Heightened state of alert at Japan nuclear power plant

Massive quake triggers tsunami, fires in Japan

Earthquake hits Japan, tsunami warning issued

Following Arkansas quake, regulators call time out on fracking

Scientists monitor new eruptions at Hawaii's Kilauea Volcano

Massive dust storm hits quake-hit Christchurch

Phil Keoghan's emotional return to New Zealand

New Zealand to approach Oprah for help

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