On Saturday afternoon, a minor earthquake rattled a remote area southeast of Nabesna, Alaska, as reported by seismic monitoring officials. This seismic event serves as a reminder of the geological ...

SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA - A preliminary 2.2 magnitude quake was detected near Pine Valley Saturday morning, according to the U.S ...

HUMBOLDT COUNTY, CA - the U.S. Geological Survey reported that a preliminary 3.9 magnitude quake occurred near Ferndale Saturday morning.

Keeping a report channel open for residents to share their experiences with the USGS can also aid in refining future impact assessments, ensuring that communities are better prepared for any ...

Federal officials have denied Alaska's request to cover all initial expenses associated with a costly and complicated disaster response effort following a catastrophic Western Alaska storm last fall.

Former national security adviser John Bolton said Monday that there would be an American “political earthquake” if President ...

One of the most terrifying discoveries for the US population in general has just been made off the north coast of California. Scientists have found geological faults that had remai ...

"Since water expands when it freezes, it can basically push apart dirt and rocks. If this expansion happens all at once, say a rock under pressure gives way and breaks, it can lead to the sound and ...

Welcome to your seismic update from across the state for the week of Jan. 21. I’m Michael West with the Alaska Earthquake Center, where we monitor ground shaking 24-7.

Alaska is home to some of the country's most pristine nature. Take a roadtrip along this scenic highway and you are sure to ...

New research reveals that the highest tsunamis in history were caused by sudden landslides, not earthquakes, leaving ...