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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. 

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Coastal and Marine Hazards and Resources

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Earthquake Hazards

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Geomagnetism

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Global Seismic Network

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Landslide Hazards

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Volcano Hazards

Education

Earthquakes for Kids

Want to learn about earthquakes?

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Earthquakes for Kids

Want to learn about earthquakes?

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Science for Everyone

Science briefs about new earthquake research written for non-scientists.

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Science for Everyone

Science briefs about new earthquake research written for non-scientists.

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Landslide Hazards Seminar

The USGS Landslide Hazards Seminar is hosted by the Landslide Hazards Program on Wednesdays at 3:00 PM (MTN) via Microsoft Teams. We meet every week, except for the first and last Wed of the month. Anyone is welcome to attend. Please contact us if you would like to be notified about future meetings. You can also access recordings of past presentations by selecting the linked titles below, or...

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Landslide Hazards Seminar

The USGS Landslide Hazards Seminar is hosted by the Landslide Hazards Program on Wednesdays at 3:00 PM (MTN) via Microsoft Teams. We meet every week, except for the first and last Wed of the month. Anyone is welcome to attend. Please contact us if you would like to be notified about future meetings. You can also access recordings of past presentations by selecting the linked titles below, or...

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