Science
The cost and consequences of natural hazards can be enormous, with people and infrastructure at risk and vulnerable. Our science is developed and applied to help reduce risk and protect U.S. safety, security and economic wellbeing. These scientific observations, analyses, and research support the Nation in becoming more prepared and resilient to impacts of natural hazards.
Latest Earthquakes
Latest Earthquakes
Latest earthquakes map and list (past 24 hours, M2.5+). Tap/click on "gear icon" for options and settings.
Hazard Topics
Hazard Topics
Science Topics
Education
ANSS Seminar Series
The Advanced National Seismic System (ANSS) is a collaboration of Federal, State, and academic partners responsible for providing authoritative information on earthquakes worldwide. The ANSS promotes partnerships among those working at local, regional, and national levels committed to reducing earthquake losses.
Fact Sheets
Science summaries of geomagnetic research
Landslide Hazards Seminar
The USGS Landslide Hazards Seminar is a speaker series that brings together landslide researchers, academics, students, applied scientists, and others to share their work in a long format. Topics range from deep dives into numerical models to broad overviews of landslide hazards of a state. The 50-minute presentations are presented live on regular Wednesdays at 3:00 PM Mountain Time.