Today in Earthquake History

Today's Earthquake Fact:
The U.S. Geological Survey has the most extensive seismic monitoring and response system in the Nation. The USGS works with numerous universities to advance our understanding of the cause and effects of earthquakes and with emergency response agencies in the interest of public safety and hazards mitigation.

Year at a Glance

January

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Year	Location	Magnitude	Comment

1984	Sulawesi, Indonesia	6.7	Two people killed, 23 injured, and damage to buildings in the Mamuju area. From Significant Earthquakes of the World, 1984.

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