Earthquakes & Avalanches

Earthquakes happen every day around the world. Find out the latest news on major earthquakes and search through the famous and most deadly earthquakes of all time.

While less common than earthquakes, avalanches can be deadly. Earthquakes have also been known to cause avalanches when the shifting of the ground alters the snow's position.

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Three Major Earthquakes for Southern Tip of New Zealand

A major 5.8 magnitude earthquake and two large after-shocks have rocked the south-west corner of New Zealand's South Island.

Jan 19, 2012 – Suzan Phillips

Swarm of Aftershocks Hits Christchurch in 2012

A swarm of approximately 50 aftershocks rattled Christchurch, New Zealand on the 2nd January 2012.

Jan 2, 2012 – Debbie Roome

Pacifc Rim Earthquakes Ensure Shaky Start To New Years Day 2012

2012 began with a jolt for thousands of people around the Pacific as several large earthquakes shook the Pacific rim including in Japan and New Zealand.

Jan 1, 2012 – Suzan Phillips

Container Shops and Barriers after Christchurch Earthquakes 2011

Following the ongoing earthquakes in Christchurch, New Zealand, shipping containers have been used in a number of creative ways.

Dec 30, 2011 – Debbie Roome

Facts about the 23rd December 2011 Aftershocks in Christchurch

In the 24 hours after the 5.8 earthquake on 23rd December 2011, Christchurch was struck by 70 aftershocks, several of them over 4 in magnitude.

Dec 23, 2011 – Debbie Roome

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