Science Application for Risk Reduction

Explore Natural Hazards Science

lisa@usgs.gov — Thu, 6 Oct 2022 12:20:00 EDT

The Earth is a very dynamic and powerful place where natural hazards can quickly become disasters that threaten society. The USGS monitors and studies the science behind natural hazards of all kinds so that our society can reduce potential risk and loss by being prepared.

Volcanoes and USGS Volcano Science: Just the Facts

drewlapointe@usgs.gov — Tue, 12 Apr 2022 15:51:58 EDT

Volcanoes are an incredible feature of Earth’s geologic environment – at once awe-inspiring and terrifying. They remind us that the planet we call home is a dynamic entity all its own, and we are mere spectators to its forces.

First Draft of the SZ4D Implementation Plan

lisa@usgs.gov — Fri, 5 Nov 2021 09:45:00 EDT

Members of the Subduction Zones in 4-Dimensions (SZ4D) initiative are pleased to present to you the first draft of the SZ4D implementation plan.

USGS Hazards Science – Be Informed and Be Prepared

usgs_site_admin — Fri, 10 Sep 2021 06:45:00 EDT

Read below to learn about USGS hazards science, National Preparedness Month, and resources available to explore various hazards in more detail or sign up for alerts.

USGS Participation in the Annual Natural Hazards Research and Applications Workshop

lisa@usgs.gov — Thu, 8 Jul 2021 12:30:00 EDT

This year's Annual Natural Hazards Research and Applications Workshop, coordinated by the Natural Hazards Center at CU Boulder on July 11 – 14, 2021, is the 46th and will be organized around the theme of The Hazards and Disaster Workforce: Preparing to Meet 21st Century Challenges. Check out these sessions, posters, and research highlights featuring the USGS Risk Community of Practice members.

USGS Hazard Science – Understanding the Risks is Key to Preparedness

drewlapointe@usgs.gov — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 09:00:00 EDT

Learn About USGS Hazards Science and More About National Preparedness Month: The very nature of natural hazards means that they have the potential to impact a majority of Americans every year. USGS science provides part of the foundation for emergency preparedness whenever and wherever disaster strikes.

New Partnership to Build Public Awareness of Global Earthquake Risk

drewlapointe@usgs.gov — Wed, 31 Jul 2019 10:00:00 EDT

USGS and the Global Earthquake Model Foundation take steps to save lives worldwide

USGS Rolls Out Groundbreaking Earthquake Study: The HayWired Earthquake Scenario

drewlapointe@usgs.gov — Wed, 18 Apr 2018 14:00:00 EDT

USGS collaborates with key academic, state, local, and industry partners to provide a new look at what could happen during a major earthquake in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Earthquake Early Warning: Vital for City Transit

dkdavis@usgs.gov — Thu, 6 Apr 2017 10:30:00 EDT

Although no one can reliably predict earthquakes, today’s technology is advanced enough to rapidly detect seismic waves as an earthquake begins, calculate the maximum expected shaking, and send alerts to surrounding areas before damage can occur. This technology is known as “earthquake early warning” (EEW).

History of Abrupt Sinking of the Seal Beach Wetlands: New Study Reveals Past Quakes along Fault and Offers Glimpse into the Future

dkdavis@usgs.gov — Mon, 20 Mar 2017 08:15:00 EDT

Seal Beach, Calif.— A new collaborative study shows evidence of prior abrupt sinking of the wetlands near Seal Beach, caused by ancient earthquakes that shook the area at least three times in the past 2,000 years, according to researchers.

Lucy Jones Receives 2016 WSSPC Lifetime Achievement Award

rjulich@usgs.gov — Fri, 6 May 2016 05:30:00 EDT

Lucy Jones Receives 2016 WSSPC Lifetime Achievement Award

Lucy Jones Presents Session for 2016 International Crisis and Risk Communication Conference

rjulich@usgs.gov — Mon, 7 Mar 2016 04:30:00 EST

Lucy Jones Presents Session for 2016 International Crisis and Risk Communication Conference

Newly Published: USGS Circular - Get your science used—Six guidelines to improve your products

rjulich@usgs.gov — Thu, 3 Mar 2016 04:30:00 EST

Newly Published: USGS Circular - Get your science used—Six guidelines to improve your products

Lucy Jones Meets with Senator Feinstein to Discuss San Francisco & Earthquakes

rjulich@usgs.gov — Thu, 18 Feb 2016 05:00:00 EST

Lucy Jones Meets with Senator Feinstein to Discuss San Francisco & Earthquakes

Dr. Lucy Jones Visits Tokyo For Invited Talk at ISS Symposium

rjulich@usgs.gov — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 05:15:00 EST

Dr. Lucy Jones Visits Tokyo For Invited Talk at ISS Symposium

Dr. Burkett Presents on Earthquakes for Inland Empire Safety Forum

rjulich@usgs.gov — Tue, 9 Feb 2016 05:45:00 EST

Dr. Burkett Presents on Earthquakes for Inland Empire Safety Forum

Dr. Lucy Jones Presents on Science Communication for Art Center

rjulich@usgs.gov — Wed, 3 Feb 2016 05:45:00 EST

Dr. Lucy Jones Presents on Science Communication for Art Center

Dr. Lucy Jones Speaks For Pasadena City Council Community Forum

rjulich@usgs.gov — Thu, 28 Jan 2016 07:45:00 EST

Dr. Lucy Jones Speaks For Pasadena City Council Community Forum

USGS Participates in Cascadia Earthquake Tweet Chat

rjulich@usgs.gov — Tue, 26 Jan 2016 08:15:00 EST

USGS Participates in Cascadia Earthquake Tweet Chat

Leading Seismologist Dr. Lucy Jones Tapped as Keynote Speaker at 30th Anniversary Land Use Law & Planning Conference Hosted by UCLA Extension

rjulich@usgs.gov — Fri, 22 Jan 2016 08:15:00 EST

Leading Seismologist Dr. Lucy Jones Tapped as Keynote Speaker at 30th Anniversary Land Use Law & Planning Conference Hosted by UCLA Extension

Usability Testing for the National Seismic Hazard Maps

rjulich@usgs.gov — Fri, 8 Jan 2016 08:45:00 EST

Usability Testing for the National Seismic Hazard Maps

Lucy Jones: Sharing earthquake information to minimize risk to lives and property

rjulich@usgs.gov — Wed, 6 Jan 2016 09:30:00 EST

Lucy Jones: Sharing earthquake information to minimize risk to lives and property

Press Conference Kicks Off Pilot Project To Test ShakeAlert in Classrooms

rjulich@usgs.gov — Fri, 23 Oct 2015 10:45:00 EDT

Press Conference Kicks Off Pilot Project To Test ShakeAlert in Classrooms

First public test of earthquake alert system rolls out at L.A. school

rjulich@usgs.gov — Fri, 23 Oct 2015 03:30:00 EDT

First public test of earthquake alert system rolls out at L.A. school

Lucy Jones Receives William Rogers Award from Brown University

rjulich@usgs.gov — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 03:30:00 EDT

Lucy Jones Receives William Rogers Award from Brown University

rjulich@usgs.gov — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 03:30:00 EDT

Lucy Jones Receives William Rogers Award from Brown University

Los Angeles will have the nation's toughest earthquake safety rules

rjulich@usgs.gov — Fri, 9 Oct 2015 03:45:00 EDT

Los Angeles will have the nation's toughest earthquake safety rules

USGS Seismologist Lucy Jones to Receive Prestigious Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medal

rjulich@usgs.gov — Wed, 7 Oct 2015 04:00:00 EDT

USGS Seismologist Lucy Jones to Receive Prestigious Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medal

Mayor Garcetti Congratulates Science Advisor Dr. Lucy Jones On Winning "Oscar" Of Government Service

rjulich@usgs.gov — Wed, 7 Oct 2015 03:45:00 EDT

Mayor Garcetti Congratulates Science Advisor Dr. Lucy Jones On Winning "Oscar" Of Government Service

Are American Cities Prepared For Massive Tsunamis?

rjulich@usgs.gov — Fri, 18 Sep 2015 05:00:00 EDT

Are American Cities Prepared For Massive Tsunamis?