United States Geological Survey

Kilauea Volcano Erupts On Hawaii's Big Island

An earthquake hit after the volcano eruption but no significant damage is expected.
By AP

Trump’s USGS Chief Violated Whistleblower Protection Law, Inspector General Says

James Reilly, the director of the U.S. Geological Survey, reassigned an agency employee after learning that the staffer had filed a complaint against him.
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6.0-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Puerto Rico

The quake was felt across Puerto Rico and was the strongest to hit the island in recent years.
By Danica Coto, AP

7.1 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Up Southern California

Fires, building collapses and injuries were all reported in the latest of what officials believe could be a continuing string of dangerous temblors.
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6.9 Earthquake Felt In Southern California

It was felt as far away as Las Vegas, and the USGS says it also was felt in Mexico.
By AP

6.4 Magnitude Earthquake Rattles Southern California

The quake struck about 150 miles northeast of Los Angeles, with no injuries reported.
By John Antczak and Olga R. Rodriguez, AP

U.S. Geological Survey's Tsunami Data Unavailable Due To Government Shutdown

The agency's website is dormant and it's operating with a skeleton crew, according to documents.
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Venezuela And Trinidad Struck By Massive, 7.3 Magnitude Earthquake

The quake could be felt as far away as Colombia and Grenada. No deaths had been reported.
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Buildings Evacuated In Caracas After Strong Earthquakes Hits Venezuela

The U.S. Geological Survey put the magnitude of the quake at 7.3.
By Fabiola Sanchez and Scott Smith, Associated Press

Explosive Eruption Rocks Kilauea Volcano's Summit

Scientists expect more summit explosions as residents grapple with fissures, devastating lava and earthquakes.
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