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Minor earthquake confirmed near Sangaree, Summerville
The United States Geological Survey has confirmed reports of an earthquake in the Summerville area.Data from the USGS ...
Volcanoes are turning in their sleep across the US. What does that mean for Washington?
A seismologist from Seattle discussed recent volcanic activity across the United States. Here's what you should know.
Was there an earthquake in Florida? About that rumble you felt overnight
While earthquakes do occur on occasion in Florida, what you felt last night wasn't an earthquake, at least according to the U ...
Earthquakes continue to rattle Mount Rainier, now biggest seismic event in recent history
This is now the largest recorded earthquake swarm at Mount Rainier since seismic monitoring at the volcano began in 1982, the ...
Is The Ground Beneath Us Getting Restless? Volcanoes Are Waking Up Across America
Lava in Hawaii, seismic shaking in Alaska and underwater rumblings near Oregon. Scientists say it’s not the end of the world, but it’s definitely worth watching.
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Hundreds of small earthquakes are hitting Mount Rainier. Geologists say they're not concerned
Swarms — or clusters of earthquakes that occur in the same area in quick succession — are relatively common on Mount Rainier.
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New Madrid Fault Earthquakes: Why Are They Happening More Often?
While most people immediately think of the San Andreas Fault when it comes to potential seismic disasters in the United States, there’s another fault line that has recently been gaining more attention ...
Volcanic activity in 4 key US states sparks concern, scientists monitor earthquakes at Mount Rainier; What's happening?
Volcanoes in the United States that have been active since spring woke up, brushed themselves off, and then went back to sleep. Two volcanoes, one in Alaska and one in Hawaii, are experiencing active ...