Latest Earthquakes
Most recent seismic events
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Global seismic observations
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Seismic Activity
Global seismic activity
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Magnitude Distribution
Recorded magnitude ranges
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Depth Distribution
Depth below the surface
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Today's Context
Past 24-hour observation window
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Data Source
Recorded seismic observations
USGS Earthquake APIEvents reported by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.
Reading the observations
Constant motion
Earthquakes occur constantly around the planet. Most are small and may never be felt.
Magnitude
Magnitude is logarithmic: each whole-number step represents a much larger release of energy.
Depth
Depth describes where rupture begins below the surface and helps give an observation its geological context.
Observe, don't speculate
This exhibit describes recorded events. Earthquake observations are not earthquake predictions.