:quality(75)/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/elcomercio/SY6TPHFLXNCMZH53YLLFE3YB6Y.jpg "Tremor in the US via USGS: Latest earthquakes and epicenter area today, March 27 | United States Geological Survey | MIX")
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) is continuously monitoring seismic activity in the United States due to the high risk of earthquakes in certain regions of the country. According to the latest National Seismic Risk Model (NSHM), approximately 230 million people in the US could be affected by potential large-magnitude earthquakes within the next 100 years.
The USGS reports seismicity daily in states such as California, Alaska, Hawaii, and Texas, among others. The San Andreas Fault in California is one of the major threats, as it is a transform fault that runs more than 1,000 kilometers through the state. The constant movement of tectonic plates along this fault line creates stress that is released in the form of earthquakes.
On Wednesday, March 27, the USGS reported on the most recent earthquakes in the United States, providing details such as the epicenter, magnitude, exact time, and affected areas. The data is updated in real-time and is crucial for understanding the seismic activity in the country.
Mark Petersen, a USGS geophysicist, highlighted the importance of the new NSHM, which includes more faults, better-characterized land surfaces, and computational advances to provide a detailed view of the earthquake risks faced by the US.
States like Texas, California, Alaska, Utah, Virgin Islands, and Hawaii are most likely to experience tremors due to their location along the San Andreas Fault. The USGS presented a new report on the seismic zones in the US territory with a high probability of a strong earthquake.
In the event of an earthquake, it is essential to follow safety tips such as dropping, covering, and holding on to protect yourself from falling objects and debris. Staying away from windows and doors, moving to an open area if outside, and checking for injuries and helping those in need after the earthquake are also crucial steps.
The USGS continues to provide valuable information on seismic activity in the US, helping individuals and communities prepare and stay safe in the event of an earthquake. With the latest technology and data, the USGS plays a vital role in monitoring and understanding seismic risks in the country.