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USGS earthquakes: M 5.0 - south of the Kermadec Islands

south of the Kermadec Islands

Sources
Primary source
Severity
Elevated (3/5)
This month
43rd Earthquake alert at severity 3+ in the last 30 days
Location
-32.7590, -178.0878
Event
Jul 20, 8:44 PM UTC
Updated
Aug 11, 7:57 PM UTC
RAPID

NWS / NOAA weather: Ongoing Flash Flooding

Ruidoso Emergency Management: Flash Flooding is OBSERVED along US 70.

Sources
Primary source
Severity
Extreme (5/5) · CAP Extreme
Location
North America
Event
Jul 20, 8:59 PM UTC
Updated
Aug 10, 6:27 PM UTC
RAPID

NASA EONET events: Wildfire Big Gulch, Moffat, Colorado

Sources
Primary source
Severity
Extreme (5/5)
Location
40.6817, -107.6718 (North America)
Event
Jul 19, 9:36 PM UTC
Updated
Aug 12, 7:39 PM UTC
RAPID

NASA EONET events: Wildfire BROOK, Shasta, California

10 Miles NE from REDDING, CA

Sources
Primary source
Severity
Extreme (5/5)
Location
40.6985, -122.1976 (North America)
Event
Jul 18, 7:12 PM UTC
Updated
Aug 10, 7:26 AM UTC
Operator RAPID

Kuwaiti Air Defenses Currently Intercepting Missile, Drone Attacks

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Sources
Operator
Location
29.2734, 47.4979 (Middle East)
Updated
Aug 12, 5:49 PM UTC
Operator RAPID

U.S. Africa Command Strikes al-Shabaab Near Welmaro in Seventh July Operation

SOMALIA — U.S. Africa Command conducted an airstrike targeting al-Shabaab on July 15 in the vicinity of Welmaro, approximately 62 miles (100 km) north of Kismayo. The command released the statement on July 20. 

The July 15 strike was the seventh airstrike AFRICOM announced against al-Shabaab in Somalia between July 3 and July 15, all conducted in coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia.

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Sources
Operator
Location
2.0349, 45.3419 (Africa)
Updated
Aug 11, 8:37 PM UTC
RAPID

USGS earthquakes: M 5.2 - 22 km NNW of Scarborough, Trinidad and Tobago

22 km NNW of Scarborough, Trinidad and Tobago

Sources
Primary source
Severity
Elevated (3/5)
This month
41st Earthquake alert at severity 3+ in the last 30 days
Location
11.3742, -60.8041 (North America)
Event
Jul 20, 9:45 AM UTC
Updated
Aug 11, 10:46 PM UTC
RAPID

USGS earthquakes: M 5.6 - 208 km SW of Port McNeill, Canada

208 km SW of Port McNeill, Canada

Sources
Primary source
Severity
Elevated (3/5) · PAGER Green
This month
40th Earthquake alert at severity 3+ in the last 30 days
Location
49.4076, -129.3420 (North America)
Event
Jul 20, 6:41 AM UTC
Updated
Aug 9, 1:55 PM UTC
RAPID

USGS earthquakes: M 5.2 - 27 km S of Javānrūd, Iran

27 km S of Javānrūd, Iran

Sources
Primary source
Severity
Elevated (3/5)
This month
39th Earthquake alert at severity 3+ in the last 30 days
Location
34.5521, 46.5578 (Middle East & North Africa)
Event
Jul 20, 3:48 AM UTC
Updated
Aug 11, 1:40 PM UTC
Operator RAPID

CENTCOM Ends Weekend Wave of Strikes Against Iran

U.S. Central Command: “U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) successfully completed the ninth consecutive evening of strikes against Iran, July 19, at 10 p.m. ET.

CENTCOM assets targeted Iranian military command centers, air defense and coastal surveillance sites, maritime capabilities, missile and drone launch sites, and communications networks to further diminish Iran’s ability to attack commercial vessels and civilian mariners transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

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Sources
Operator
Location
26.5660, 56.2500 (Middle East)
Updated
Aug 12, 6:08 AM UTC
RAPID

NWS / NOAA weather: FLASH FLOOD WARNING

Flash flood warningGet to high ground now. Do not enter flood waters. Turn around. Don't drown.

Sources
Primary source
Severity
Extreme (5/5) · CAP Extreme
Location
North America
Updated
Aug 11, 6:41 AM UTC
Operator RAPID

U.S. Begins 9th Consecutive Night Of Strikes Against Iran

U.S. Central Command: "CENTCOM began conducting a new wave of strikes against Iran at 7 p.m. ET today for the ninth consecutive night. The strikes will continue degrading Iranian military capabilities used to attack commercial vessels and civilian mariners transiting the Strait of Hormuz."

"U.S. Navy Sailors remain focused and vigilant aboard guided-missile destroyer USS John Finn (DDG 113), as American forces continue implementing the naval blockade against Iran. As of July 19, CENTCOM has redirected 6 commercial vessels and disabled 1 to ensure full compliance."

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Sources
Operator
Location
26.5660, 56.2500 (Middle East)
Updated
Aug 12, 5:02 PM UTC
RAPID

DVIDS (CENTCOM / DoD): NORAD INTERCEPTS MULTIPLE AIRCRAFT VIOLATING TEMPORARY FLIGHT RESTRICTIONS IN NORTHEAST REGION

NORAD F-16 fighter aircraft intercepted multiple general aviation aircraft that violated the temporary flight restriction airspace over Bedminster and East Rutherford, New Jersey, on July 19, 2026.

Sources
Primary source
Severity
Elevated (3/5)
Updated
Aug 10, 6:14 AM UTC
Operator RAPID

IDF Identifies Iranian Launches Toward Aqaba Near Israeli Territory

JORDAN — The Israel Defense Forces stated on July 19 that launches from Iran toward the city of Aqaba in Jordan, near the territory of the State of Israel, were identified.

The statement noted that there may be spills into Israeli territory as a result of the firing and that alerts may be activated in the south of the country.

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Sources
Operator
Location
29.5802, 35.2892 (Middle East)
Updated
Aug 12, 6:57 AM UTC
Operator RAPID

U.S. Embassy Cites Aqaba Evacuation Threat, Jordan Says Facilities Operate Normally

JORDAN — On Sunday the U.S. Embassy Amman cited a specific and credible threat that prompted Jordanian authorities to evacuate the international airport and seaport in Aqaba, and strongly advised all Americans to refrain from travel to either facility. 

It continues to advise Americans to avoid travel to military bases in Jordan. The same day Jordan’s Minister of Government Communication and official government spokesperson Mohammad Al Momani announced that relevant authorities issued no evacuation decisions for Aqaba Airport or the seaport, that both facilities operate normally, and that no potential threats registered with competent Jordanian authorities in recent hours.

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Sources
Operator
Location
31.1667, 36.9416 (Middle East)
Updated
Aug 12, 9:03 AM UTC
Operator RAPID

Kuwaiti Air Defenses Respond to Missiles and Drones

KUWAIT — On Sunday the General Staff of the Kuwaiti Armed Forces stated that Kuwaiti air defenses are currently responding to hostile missile and drone threats following what it described as Iranian aggression.

The statement confirmed that any explosions heard result from interceptions of the incoming targets and directed the public to follow safety and security instructions from competent authorities.

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Sources
Operator
Location
29.2734, 47.4979 (Middle East)
Updated
Aug 12, 6:02 PM UTC
RAPID

NWS / NOAA weather: Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 11:38PM MDT until July 18 at 11:45PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM

The heavy rain has ended. Flash flooding is no longer expected topose a threat. Please continue to heed any remaining road closures.

Sources
Primary source
Severity
Severe (4/5) · CAP Severe
Location
North America, Mexico
Updated
Aug 10, 4:15 AM UTC
Operator RAPID

U.S. Issues Worldwide Caution on Iran Conflict and Risks to American Interests

MIDDLE EAST — The U.S. Department of State issued a Worldwide Caution on July 18 advising Americans worldwide, and especially in the Middle East, to exercise increased caution due to heightened tensions.

The alert states that the security environment remains complex with potential for unforeseen escalation, that U.S. diplomatic facilities including those outside the Middle East have been targeted, and that groups supportive of Iran may target other U.S. interests overseas or locations associated with the United States and Americans throughout the world.

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Sources
Operator
Location
26.5660, 56.2500 (Middle East)
Updated
Aug 12, 12:01 AM UTC
RAPID

USGS earthquakes: M 5.3 - 85 km SW of Puerto Madero, Mexico

85 km SW of Puerto Madero, Mexico

Sources
Primary source
Severity
Elevated (3/5)
This month
36th Earthquake alert at severity 3+ in the last 30 days
Location
14.1155, -92.9167 (North America)
Event
Jul 19, 1:47 AM UTC
Updated
Aug 7, 2:16 PM UTC

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