Tourists were jolted awake as a 6.1-magnitude earthquake hit near Crete. Environmental scientist Deborah R. Coen explains why ...

Earthquakes happen worldwide, but those in the East are often far more devastating. This video explores the scientific and geographical reasons why earthquakes in eastern regions tend to be more ...

Minor quakes can disrupt natural tectonic patterns deep underground and change stress landscape, new study finds.

So, you’re planning your dream trip to Costa Rica. You’re thinking lush jungles, epic waterfalls, sloths, volcanoes… and then ...

A 4.1 magnitude earthquake surprised East Tennessee, raising questions about dogs' ability to sense seismic activity.

A 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck East Tennessee on Saturday, followed by a 2.8 magnitude quake in Central Kentucky on Sunday ...

The U.S. Geological Survey said two weak earthquakes hit Connecticut this week, first in Essex Monday and then in New Britain on Tuesday.