Tremor in the USA today, January 11 – USGS live report of the latest earthquakes | United States Geological Survey | MIX

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The United States Geological Survey (USGS) has released its updated report on the earthquakes in the USA recorded today, Thursday, January 11, in various states including California, Texas, Oregon, Nevada, Washington, Alaska, and Hawaii. This seismic activity is due to the geographical location of the country on the North American and Pacific plates, as well as the presence of fault lines such as the San Andreas and Wasatch.

According to official USGS data, the states with the highest seismic incidence statistically are Alaska, Arkansas, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. Particularly on the west coast, the subduction of the Pacific plate beneath the North American plate results in high seismic activity, affecting states such as California, Oregon, Washington, and Alaska.

California, in particular, is one of the most seismically active states in the United States due to its location on the San Andreas Fault. The Rocky Mountains and the Tennessee Valley are also areas of high and intermediate seismic activity, respectively.

In light of these seismic events, the USGS advises that individuals and families in at-risk areas be prepared for potential earthquakes by creating a family emergency plan and having an emergency kit containing essentials such as food, water, and medications.

The latest earthquake recorded today had a magnitude of 4.1 with an epicenter in California. For those seeking more information about seismology, the USGS can be contacted at 1-888-275-8747 (option 2) or via web chat and email.

It is important to note that ShakeAlert provides real-time earthquake alerts for states including California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Idaho, Utah, Wyoming, Arizona, and Montana, allowing individuals to be prepared and take necessary precautions.

In the event of a strong earthquake, the USGS recommends that individuals remain calm, seek a place with seismic protection, turn off utilities, and follow safety protocols. Additionally, a family emergency plan should be in place and practiced regularly.

Overall, it is crucial for residents in high seismic activity areas to stay informed, prepared, and to follow the guidance provided by the USGS and local authorities in the event of an earthquake.