Late on Friday, a seismic event measuring a magnitude of 6.1 rattled the southern Pacific coast of Guatemala, as reported by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
The quake prompted some residents to flee their homes, with early indications of structural damage to buildings.
The seismic activity also reverberated in neighbouring El Salvador.
Fortunately, there have been no immediate reports of injuries, as the earthquake occurred just past midnight while many were asleep.
El Salvador authorities described the quake as "strong" and are actively monitoring unfolding developments.
On Saturday, the United States government announced plans to organise a charter flight for its citizens stranded in Haiti amidst escalating gang violence gripping the nation. Simultaneously, Guatemala reported that the offices of its honorary consul in Haiti were looted amid the ongoing clashes.
#Haiti #violence #US #charterflight #evacuation #Americans #hunger #ArielHenry #humanitariancrisis #gangviolence #security #internationalaid #CapHaitien #PortauPrince #UNICEF #famine #emergencyresponse #Guatemala #PuertoRico #Delmas
~HT.97~PR.152~ED.103~
Greetings and welcome another episode of International News Wrap, your premier destination for global updates, brought to you exclusively by OneIndia. In today's segment, we present a diverse array of stories ranging from Russian missiles pounding Ukrainian power plants to Chinese military activity in Taiwan. Join us as we delve into the day's most significant international developments, ensuring you stay abreast of the latest events unfolding worldwide.
#Ukraine #Russia #MissileAttack #EnergyFacilities #AirDefenses #USMilitaryAid #StraitOfHormuz #ArcticCircle #DTEK #VolodymyrZelenskiy #Taiwan #China #MilitaryActivity #TaiwanStrait #AntonyBlinken #US #ChinaRelations #DefenseMinistry #SecurityConcerns #HostageDeal #Israel #Egypt #Hamas #Rafah #IDF #ShinBet #Iran #MSCAries #Portugal #StraitOfHormuz #IndianCrew #Release #JapaneseEarthquake #BoninIslands #USGS #TsunamiWarning #SeismicActivity #RingOfFire #InternationalNewsWrap
~HT.178~PR.152~ED.102~GR.123~
As the third leg of elections commences, enthusiasm wanes, but politicians remain in the spotlight. Today's focus includes Mamata Banerjee's injury, the Amethi Puzzle, and Kejriwal's war room. Voter turnout across 88 seats in 13 states dropped compared to 2019 elections, hinting at potential impact on final results.
#PollPulse #LokSabhaElections #BJP #PMModiNews #Modinews #RahulGandhinews #Politics #Electionnews #Oneinda #Oneindia news
~HT.178~ED.194~GR.124~
A magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck Japan's Bonin Islands, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS) on Saturday (April 27). The quake occurred at a depth of 503.2 km (312.7 miles). The US National Tsunami Warning Center confirmed that no tsunami warning was issued based on the available data.
#JapanEarthquake #BoninIsland #USGS #Magnitude6.5 #EarthquakeAlert #NaturalDisaster #EmergencyResponse #TectonicActivity #SafetyFirst #DisasterPreparedness
~HT.97~PR.152~ED.103~
The HMS Diamond, a UK warship, intercepted a ballistic missile launched by Houthi rebels in Yemen, marking the Royal Navy's first such interception since the Gulf War. Deployed in the Gulf of Aden to protect a commercial vessel, the Type 45 destroyer used advanced Sea Viper missile interceptors. The targeted ship, MV Yorktown, was unharmed. This highlights escalating tensions in the region, with Houthi rebels employing Iranian-origin missiles and drones
#HMSDiamond #UKWarship #HouthiRebels #GulfWar #GulfofAden #IsraelGaza #Gazawar #Worldnews #Oneinda #Oneindianews
~PR.320~ED.155~
Student protests against Israel's actions in Gaza spread across US campuses, with over 550 arrests. Demonstrators urge universities to sever ties with companies aiding Israel and some call for disengagement from Israel itself. Clashes erupted at various campuses, leading to arrests and cancellations of events.
#studentsprotestforpalestine #studentsprotestisrael #studentsprotestagainstisrael #studentsprotesthamas #Worldnews #IsraelHamas #Oneinda #Oneindia news
~PR.320~ED.155~GR.122~HT.318~
In an unusual event for the east coast of the United States, New York experienced a rare earthquake measuring 4.7 magnitude, as reported by the US Geological Survey (USGS) on Friday (Apr 5). The quake, striking in the morning around 10:23 am (local time), caused buildings to shake, instigating panic among residents. This occurrence was particularly alarming as New York City is not typically considered an earthquake-prone area. Coincidentally, the earthquake coincided with a speech by Janti Soeripto, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Save the Children US, addressing the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
#NewYorkCity #Earthquake #StatueOfLiberty #NewJersey #RattledNYC #EastCoastQuake #NYCEarthquake #NaturalDisaster #EmergencyResponse #USGS
~HT.97~PR.152~ED.194~
4.8-Magnitude Earthquake , Hits US East Coast.
NBC reports that the East Coast of the United States
was struck by an earthquake on April 5
which was felt from Maryland to Maine.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey,
the earthquake struck just before 10:30 a.m. local
time and was measured at a 4.8-magnitude. .
There were no initial reports
of any major damage.
According to New York Governor
Kathy Hochul, the quake could
be felt across the state. .
My team is assessing impacts
and any damage that may have
occurred, and we will update
the public throughout the day, Kathy Hochul, New York Governor, via NBC.
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy
said that the state's emergency
operations center had been activated.
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy
said that the state's emergency
operations center had been activated.
As a result of the quake, the Port
Authority Transit Corp. suspended service
between Pennsylvania and New Jersey. .
Crews will inspect the integrity
of the line out of an abundance
of caution. Once inspection is
complete, service will resume.
No timeframe. Updates to follow, Port Authority Transit Corp. statement, via X.
Meanwhile, New York’s Metropolitan Transportation
Authority said service would not be impacted by the quake,
and teams would be inspecting train lines for damage.
NBC reports that earthquakes are a rare occurrence in
the Northeast, however in February of 2023, Buffalo,
New York, was struck by a 3.8-magnitude quake
Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories Duration: 01:30Published
A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.2 on the Richter scale has sent shockwaves through the Delhi-National Capital Region. The seismic event originated in China's Southern Xinjiang region,..
A strong 6.5 magnitude earthquake hit Papua, Indonesia, centered near Abepura, with no significant damage reported. Despite warnings of potential aftershocks, no tsunami threat was identified. Abepura,..
In the southern coastal district of Cox's Bazar in Bangladesh, a fire swiftly swept through a densely populated camp of Rohingya refugees, devastating over 1,000 shelters and displacing thousands, as..
![Haiti violence: U.S announces charter flight to evacuate Americans as hunger soars | Oneindia News [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20240317/1369093778-Haiti-violence-announces-charter-flight-to.jpg)
![International News Wrap EP 6: Russia pounds Ukrainian power plants, Japan earthquake | Oneindia [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20240427/1373919420-International-News-Wrap-EP-Russia-pounds-Ukrainian.jpg)
![Poll Pulse EP 11: Low Voter Turnout a Concern, Mamata Faces Injury Again and More| OneIndia News [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20240427/1373915268-Poll-Pulse-EP-11-Low-Voter-Turnout.jpg)
![Japan Earthquake: Bonin Island hit by magnitude 6.5 earthquake, USGS says | Oneindia News [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20240427/1373901238-Japan-Earthquake-Bonin-Island-hit-by-magnitude.jpg)
![UK Navy Thwarts Houthi Missile Attack on Merchant Vessel, HMS Diamond Responds| OneIndia News [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20240427/1373891626-UK-Navy-Thwarts-Houthi-Missile-Attack-on-Merchant.jpg)
![Protests Against Israel Intensify in US Universities, Over 550 Students Arrested| OneIndia News [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20240427/1373885734-Protests-Against-Israel-Intensify-in-US-Universities-Over.jpg)
![New York City Earthquake: Statue of Liberty shakes after rare earthquake rattles New York | Oneindia [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20240406/1372014480-New-York-City-Earthquake-Statue-of-Liberty-shakes.jpg)
![4.8-Magnitude Earthquake Hits US East Coast [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20240405/1371950674-Magnitude-Earthquake-Hits-US-East-Coast.jpg)
![Buildings crumple as Taiwan rocked by strongest earthquake in 25 years [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20240403/1371671452-Buildings-crumple-as-Taiwan-rocked-by-strongest-earthquake.jpg)
![7.2 magnitude earthquake strikes China’s Xinjiang border, several injuries reported | Oneindia News [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20240123/1364071299-magnitude-earthquake-strikes-China-Xinjiang.jpg)
![Indonesia's Talaud Islands Hit by Powerful 6.7 Magnitude Quake| Oneindia News [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20240109/1363391181-Indonesia-Talaud-Islands-Hit-by-Powerful.jpg)
![Bangladesh: Fire in a Rohingya refugee camp guts more than 1,000 shelters | Oneindia News [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20240107/1363309831-Bangladesh-Fire-in-Rohingya-refugee-camp-guts.jpg)
