Magnitude 7.5 earthquake strikes Drake Passage
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An earthquake of 7.5 magnitude struck the remote Drake Passage on Thursday, August 21, 2025, triggering a tsunami warning in parts of Antarctica that was later cancelled. The earthquake hit
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) confirmed the quake occurred at 2:16 am UTC (7:46 am IST). However, the Bureau of Meteorology in Australia reported that there is "no tsunami threat" to the region despite the magnitude of the tremor. Let us know! 👂 What type of content would you like to see from us this year?
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center of Honolulu says there is no tsunami threat following an 8.0-magnitude earthquake in the Drake Passage. The earthquake struck at about 4 :35 p.m. at a depth of 10 kilometers in the Drake Passage—a body of water located between the southern tip of South America and the South Shetland Islands of Antarctica.
A strong earthquake hit the Drake Passage. It prompted tsunami alerts for Chilean Antarctic bases. The Drake Passage is known for rough seas. It connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. The passage is vital for global climate regulation.