The USGS Natural Hazards Mission Area develops and applies hazard science to help promote the safety, security, and economic well-being of the Nation. The Earthquake Event Page consolidates USGS earthquake data on recent or historic earthquakes.
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The USGS Natural Hazards Mission Area develops and applies hazard science to help promote the safety, security, and economic well-being of the Nation. The Earthquake Event Page consolidates USGS earthquake data on recent or historic earthquakes.

During a geologic emergency response, scientists can be integral to the response by distilling complex, technical information for decision-makers. As a scientist assigned to an emergency response and a member of an Incident Management Team (IMT), the scientist must understand their role and how they can help decision-makers make informed decisions.
During a geologic emergency response, scientists can be integral to the response by distilling complex, technical information for decision-makers. As a scientist assigned to an emergency response and a member of an Incident Management Team (IMT), the scientist must understand their role and how they can help decision-makers make informed decisions.
Before a hurricane, USGS Scientists undertake a data collection effort of a grand scale. They install a temporary mobile network of sensors along the coasts to collect additional data on the intensity of storm surge, one of the most dangerous elements of a hurricane.
Before a hurricane, USGS Scientists undertake a data collection effort of a grand scale. They install a temporary mobile network of sensors along the coasts to collect additional data on the intensity of storm surge, one of the most dangerous elements of a hurricane.