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Magnitude 4.9 Earthquake Strikes Central Turkey

A magnitude 4.9 earthquake hit central Turkey at 10:46 local time, originating from a depth of 7 kilometers. According to the Turkish Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD), the epicenter of the quake was located in Malatya. No immediate reports…

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6.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Papua, Indonesia

A 6.5 magnitude earthquake hit Papua, Indonesia on Friday, with its epicenter located 10 kilometers below the surface. Authorities confirmed that there is no tsunami threat following the seismic event. Preparedness and monitoring measures remain in place to assess any…

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Severe Rainfall Causes Flooding in Pyrgos, Greece

Intense rainfall in Pyrgos, Greece, on Tuesday night led to significant flooding, accumulating up to 100mm of rain. Local officials and residents struggled to clear storm drains as vehicles became stranded in the mud. The fire department reported multiple calls…