Map: 3.8-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes off the Coast of Maine
A minor, 3.8-magnitude earthquake struck in the Gulf of Maine on Monday, according to the United States Geological Survey.
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Relationship between fault strength and likelihood of large earthquakes (IMAGE)
However, when the earth’s crust contains many strong faults that are oriented in characteristic direction, there is a higher likelihood that a large earthquake could occur. Disclaimer ...
Map: 5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes the Philippines
A moderately strong, 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck in the Philippines on Thursday, according to the United States Geological Survey. The temblor happened at 7:39 a.m. Philippine time about 4 miles ...
Updated USGS Earthquake Map Highlights Risk Across U.S.
N​early 75% of the country is at risk for a potentially damaging earthquake, according to a recently updated USGS map.