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6.2 Magnitude Quake Hits South Sandwich
A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck the South Sandwich Islands in the southern Atlantic Ocean at a depth of 125.9 kilometers, according to the United States Geological Survey. The area experiences frequent seismic and volcanic activity due to its location at the intersection of the South American and Antarctic tectonic plates. In August 2021, the region experienced a strong earthquake exceeding 8 magnitudes, but it did not cause any casualties or material damage, owing to its remote nature and lack of population.
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