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October 2, 1987
M 5.4, Peru – Three people killed and several homes damaged at Santiago de Chuco. Felt (IV) at Trujillo and (III) at Chimbote. From Significant… Read More

Today’s Earthquake Fact

National maps of earthquake shaking hazards provide information essential to creating and updating the seismic design provisions of building codes used in the United States. Scientists frequently revise these maps to reflect new knowledge. Buildings, bridges, highways, and utilities built to meet modern seismic design provisions are better able to withstand earthquakes, not only saving lives but also enabling critical activities to continue with less disruption.

Significant Earthquakes Past 30 Days

  1. M 7.3, 9km WNW of San Agustin, Colombia Sunday, September 30, 2012 16:31:35 UTC
  2. M 6.4, 29km SSW of Tanaga Volcano, Alaska Wednesday, September 26, 2012 23:39:54 UTC
  3. M 6.2, 75km NNE of La Paz, Mexico Tuesday, September 25, 2012 23:45:26 UTC
  4. M 3.4, 0km WSW of Beverly Hills, California Friday, September 07, 2012 07:03:09 UTC
  5. M 5.5, 2km SW of Jiaokui, China Friday, September 07, 2012 03:19:42 UTC
  6. M 7.6, 12km ENE of Hojancha, Costa Rica Wednesday, September 05, 2012 14:42:07 UTC
  7. M 6.2, 244km S of Sidorukun, Indonesia Monday, September 03, 2012 18:23:04 UTC
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