Water Levels Shockingly Fluctuated in Florida After 7.9M Alaska Earthquake
After Tuesday’s earthquake off of Alaska, some water levels in Florida went up, more than 3000 miles away. Water levels in Florida wells changed briefly after Tuesday’s earthquake in the Gulf of Alaska. Seismic waves traveling through the earth often cause groundwater changes after earthquakes. Tuesday’s 7.9 magnitude earthquake in the Gulf of Alaska sent vibrations through the earth that … Continue reading
Data Suggests Magnitude 7 Earthquake Could Be Possible in Beverly Hills California
Geologists have discovered new fault lines in Southern California that could flatten some of the most luxurious retail stores and high-end real estate in Beverly Hills, Hollywood and other heavily populated areas of Los Angeles. Earlier this month, the California Geological Survey (CGS) released 14 maps that show the location of new and revised fault lines under Beverly Hills, Culver … Continue reading
‘Terrifying’ California Earthquake Could be Heard Before it was Felt
Looks like things might be starting to pick up. In addition to this 4.1 there was also a 5.8M quake off the coast of Northern California and a 5.0M after shock. Just days ago there was also a 6.3 off the same coast area. via Mirror UK: People have described being woken up by earthquake, feeling “terrified” and thinking ‘the … Continue reading
Rare M2.6 Earthquake in Maine Brings Rumble and Boom & M2.7 Quake New Madrid Fault Zone
A rare and noisy M2.6 earthquake shook at 6:46 p.m on January 17, 2018, 4 miles southeast of Richmond, Maine. The town’s police chief reported the 911 telephone line was inundated with calls about the rumble and boom. The tremblor was felt as far away as Tospham, but also in West Gardiner and Dresden. This was the first earthquake recorded … Continue reading
6.3 Quake Shakes Mexico’s Gulf of California
A 6.3-magnitude earthquake has struck offshore in Mexico’s Gulf of California. There are no immediate reports of damage. The U.S. Geological Survey says the Friday morning quake was centred about 48 miles (78 kilometres) north-northeast of Loreto, in the waters between the states of Baja California Sur and Sinaloa. The USGS reports that it struck at a depth of 6 … Continue reading
7.1 Earthquake Strikes Southern Peru
Dozens injured, several homes affected, and victim count expected to rise A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck the coast of southern Peru on Sunday morning, leaving at least one dead and several dozen injured, while causing homes and roads to collapse. The quake hit offshore at 4:18 a.m. local time at a depth of around 36 kilometres, the U.S. Geological Survey … Continue reading
7.6 Magnitude Quake Hits off the Coast of Honduras
Reports of a massive 7.6 magnitude earthquake in Honduras and a tsunami warning has been issued. HONDURAS has been rocked by a 7.6 magnitude earthquake. The monster quake struck off the coast of the Caribbean country, with tsunami waves possible in region, the United States Geological Survey said. The depth of the quake was 10km which would have amplified its … Continue reading
Mount St. Helens Hit by 40 Earthquakes in 4 Days
Mount St. Helens has been shaking, with 40 earthquakes – the most powerful of which was a 3.9 – in just four days. Since the largest earthquake, which struck Wednesday night around midnight local time, smaller earthquakes have shaken the area every half hour. Researchers believe they could be related to activity within the nearby volcano. Earthquakes are not unusual … Continue reading
Unusual Magnitude 5.0 Earthquake Hits Just Below Arctic Circle in Northern Yukon, Canada
A rare M5.0 earthquake hit Northern Yukon on December 22, 2017, just below the Arctic Circle. This is the 6th largest quake ever measured in the area and the largest tremor this year. The 5.0 magnitude earthquake, the strongest recorded in the province this year, struck at 08:00:12 AM (UTC). The epicentre was located 219km S of Fort McPherson, Canada … Continue reading
Northern Oregon Struck by Shallow 4.0 Earthquake; Shaking Felt across Metro Region
A magnitude 4.0 earthquake struck west of Molalla, Oregon on Wednesday evening. KGW viewers reported shaking across the metro region. The earthquake struck at 5:24 p.m., about 17 kilometers deep, according to the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network. The epicenter was directly east of Scotts Mills, a town of about 350 people in Marion County. There have been no reports of … Continue reading
