Aftershock

An aftershock is a smaller earthquake that follows a larger main shock, occurring in the same area as the original quake.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news because it is hampering rescue efforts and complicating the aftermath of recent deadly earthquakes in Indonesia, Japan, and Venezuela.

Latest on Aftershock

• Magnitude 5.9 aftershock strikes Indonesia’s Flores as quake death toll rises to 53
• Thousands evacuate after Indonesia quake kills 53, aftershocks hamper rescue efforts
• More than 100 aftershocks hit Japan after powerful quake that killed 13
• Venezuela quake death toll nears 2,000 as aftershocks ease
• Aftershock frays nerves as many Venezuelans left to fend for themselves
• Aftershock hits Caracas as rescue efforts enter critical hours in Venezuela

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