:quality(75)/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/elcomercio/3OE2I2KZABBA7LD725TNOGIM6Q.jpg "Earthquake in the US today, Monday, April 15: exact time, magnitude and where the epicenter was via USGS | MIX")
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) has been closely monitoring earthquake activity in various states across the country. In a recent report, the USGS shared data on the latest confirmed earthquakes in California, Hawaii, Texas, Alaska, and New York.
On Monday, April 15, a 2.6 magnitude earthquake was recorded in Van Horn, Texas, with the epicenter located 66 km NNE of the area. This earthquake occurred at 22:27:32 local time and had a depth of 3.1 km.
In other news, a significant earthquake with a magnitude of 4.8 struck New York and New Jersey on Friday, April 5. This event was considered the strongest earthquake in the region in the last 40 years. USGS scientists are currently studying the causes behind this seismic activity, with a theory suggesting the reactivation of an old fault in the area.
The USGS also released a new report on the seismic zones of the United States, highlighting the states most likely to experience tremors. These states include Texas, California, Alaska, Utah, Virgin Islands, and Hawaii, all located along the San Andreas Fault.
In light of this seismic activity, the USGS provided safety recommendations for citizens to follow before, during, and after an earthquake. These include securing home infrastructure, finding safe shelter during a quake, and seeking medical assistance for any injuries sustained.
Overall, the USGS continues to monitor and analyze earthquake activity in the United States, providing valuable information to help citizens prepare and stay safe during these natural events.