US Geological Survey reports earthquake measured at 6.0 near SamoaOctober 14th, 2009 US seismologists report 6.0 earthquake near SamoaWASHINGTON — An earthquake with magnitude 6.0 has struck in the Pacific near Samoa, the U.S. Geological Survey reports.
FBI video shows force, destruction of American Samoa tsunamiOctober 9th, 2009 FBI releases tsunami videoHONOLULU — The FBI has released video footage showing the power and destruction of last week's tsunami that hit American Samoa. The dramatic video released Friday was taken on the morning of Sept.
Federal recovery teams handing out tents, other materials to American Samoa tsunami victimsOctober 6th, 2009 American Samoa tsunami victims receiving tentsPAGO PAGO, American Samoa — Federal recovery teams were to deliver tents and other shelter materials to 75 American Samoa families from tsunami-ravaged villages who have been staying in emergency shelters, authorities said Tuesday. The first delivery of the materials — to 22 families — occurred Monday, six days after a deadly tsunami hit the U.S.
Samoa fights diseases after tsunamiOctober 5th, 2009 APIA - Samoa health officials said people who have been affected by the infectious diseases after the devastating tsunami in the island are not coming forward for treatment. Hundreds of people have been killed after a tsunami triggered by a powerful earthquake hit the South Pacific island Sep 29.
Major developments in Samoan tsunami aftermathOctober 2nd, 2009 Major developments in Samoan tsunami aftermath— THE DEAD: The number of dead rose to 170, including 129 in Samoa, 32 in American Samoa and nine in Tonga. — THE MISSING: In hard-hit Leone in American Samoa, about two dozen troops searched through muddy debris and rubble for a 6-year-old boy who vanished on his way to school.
Obama says his thoughts are with disaster victims in Samoa, IndonesiaOctober 1st, 2009 Obama offers support for Samoa, IndonesiaWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is voicing his concern and his condolences over the tsunami in the South Pacific and the earthquake in Indonesia. He said there's been a "terrible" loss of life in Samoa and American Samoa as a result of the tsunami that came ashore Tuesday.
Samoan police say 63 dead in tsunami, fear toll will rise as searches continueSeptember 30th, 2009 Samoa police say 63 dead in tsunami, toll may riseAPIA, Samoa — A police official says 63 people are confirmed dead in Samoa following a tsunami that smashed the southern shore of the South Pacific nation. Samoan police commissioner Lilo Maiava told The Associated Press that police have confirmed 63 deaths, and officials are still searching the devastated areas, so the number of deaths might rise soon.
Powerful earthquake triggers Tsunami in American Samoa, killing up to 20 peopleSeptember 30th, 2009 Up to 20 die after quake triggers Tsunami in SamoaLALOMANU, Samoa — A Samoan reporter says tsunami victims "are everywhere" in a hospital near a hard-hit area and the dead could number up to 20. Associated Press reporter Keni Lesa said three or four villages on the popular tourist coast near the southern town of Lalomanu on Samoa's main island of Upolu had been "wiped out" by waves that roared ashore early Wednesday.
CBS' 'Survivor' production in Samoa not affected by Pacific Ocean earthquake, tsunamiSeptember 30th, 2009 'Survivor' not harmed by Pacific quake, tsunamiLOS ANGELES — "Survivor" is safe in Samoa. A spokeswoman for the CBS reality show says no crew members were harmed by the powerful earthquake that struck the South Pacific between Samoa and American Samoa around dawn Tuesday, sending large tsunami waves ashore.
US monitor: Powerful 7.9 quake hits between Samoa and American Samoa; tsunami warning issuedSeptember 30th, 2009 7.9 quake hits South Pacific, tsunami alert issued
APIA, Samoa — The U.S. Geological Survey says a powerful 7.9-magnitude earthquake has struck in the South Pacific between Samoa and American Samoa.
Tsunami hits American Samoa, no injuries reportedSeptember 30th, 2009 Tsunami hits American SamoaPAGO PAGO, American Samoa — A tsunami swept into Pago Pago (Pan-go, pan-go) in American Samoa shortly after an earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.9 shook the Pacific area. There were no immediate reports of injuries or structural damage.
Obama declares major disaster for tsunami-ravaged American Samoa, promises aggressive responseSeptember 30th, 2009 Obama declares major disaster for American SamoaWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama says his deepest sympathies are with the people of American Samoa and Samoa who lost loved ones after an earthquake sent a massive tsunami toward the Pacific islands. Obama has declared a major disaster for American Samoa and says the Federal Emergency Management Agency is working with emergency responders in the region.
Japan issues tsunami warning for broad coastal area after Samoa earthquakeSeptember 30th, 2009 Japan issues tsunami warning along coastTOKYO — Japan's Meteorological Agency has issued a tsunami warning all along its eastern coast after a strong earthquake hit Samoa in the Pacific Ocean. The agency warned Wednesday morning of a possible tsunami up to about 1.6 feet (50 centimeters) tall.
Magnitude 8.3 quake strikes off American SamoaSeptember 29th, 2009 WASHINGTON/WELLINGTON - An 8.3-magnitude earthquake struck off American Samoa Tuesday triggering a three-metre tsunami, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre in Hawaii confirmed. The earthquake's epicentre was located about 204 km southwest of the remote Pacific island and it struck at a depth of 85 km.
Tsunami destroys Samoa villages after 8.3 magnitude quakeSeptember 29th, 2009 WASHINGTON/WELLINGTON - An 8.3-magnitude earthquake struck off American Samoa Tuesday triggering a three-metre tsunami, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre in Hawaii confirmed, demolishing villages on low-lying islands in the Pacific state of Samoa. The quake, originally estimated at a magnitude of 7.9, was upgraded to the level of a "great quake" and aftershocks were continuing, Radio New Zealand reported.