Earthquake Resources and Reporting
Mary Richards
Earthquake study looks at how ground could move under Salt Lake City
A recent earthquake study links two faults in Salt Lake, and suggests that dangerous liquefaction may occur in larger quakes.3 months ago
Don Brinkerhoff & Paul Nelson
It’s time for the Great Utah Shake-Out
It’s time once again to practice earthquake preparedness during the Great Utah Shake-Out.10 months ago
John Wojcik
Reflecting on lessons learned, new information one-year after Utah earthquake
Utah has had over 2,500 earthquake aftershocks in the past year, state leaders say it’s more important than ever to be prepared for a potential emergency.10 months ago
Simone Seikaly
Microearthquake reported northwest of Magna, no damage or injuries
The microearthquake registered 2.3 in magnitude and was located roughly two miles from the large earthquake that hit Magna on March 18, 2020.11 months ago
MARK THIESSEN Associated Press
Powerful quake jolts Alaska towns, produces small tsunami
A powerful earthquake located off Alaska’s southern coast jolted some coastal communities late Tuesday, forcing some residents to briefly scramble for higher ground over fears of a tsunami.2 years ago
Becky Bruce
FEMA approves disaster assistance for Utah earthquake
FEMA announced President Donald Trump has approved federal disaster assistance for Utah from the March earthquake and aftershocks.2 years ago
Colby Walker
Powerful earthquake shakes southern, central Mexico
A 7.4 M earthquake has hit just off the west coast of Mexico triggering tsunami warnings 600 miles away from the epicenter.2 years ago
Michele Rowe
Yellowstone opens with a number of earthquakes (don’t worry though, it’s normal)
As Yellowstone National Park opens back up, scientists have been out placing seismic detectors showing that the park is as active with earthquakes as ever.2 years ago
NICK PERRY Associated Press
‘Quite a decent shake here’: New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern interrupted by earthquake in TV interview
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview.2 years ago
Jay Croft, CNN
6.4-magnitude quake rattles Nevada
An earthquake with an initial magnitude of 6.4 hit Nevada on Friday morning, about 225 miles northwest of Las Vegas near the California border, the US Geological Survey says.2 years ago
Colby Walker
Earthquake damage shuts down Magna fire station
Unified Fire will be closing its Magna 102 fire station after recent earthquakes and aftershocks caused significant damage to the structure.2 years ago
Becky Bruce
4.2 aftershock rattles nerves across Salt Lake Valley Tuesday night
An 4.2 magnitude aftershock shook the Wasatch Front Tuesday night, just short of a month after a 5.7 magnitude earthquake caused millions in damage.2 years ago
John Wojcik
Earthquake damage nears $50 million in Salt Lake County
Last month’s 5.7 magnitude earthquake is racking up tens of millions of dollars in damage. More than twenty Granite School District buildings sustained damage.2 years ago
Colby Walker
Stone removal to begin on historic Salt Lake Temple
A number of stones on the historic Salt Lake Temple are about to be removed after they were displaced during the recent 5.7 earthquake.2 years ago
John Wojcik
Junior high closed indefinitely due to earthquake damage
A West Valley school, West Lake STEM Junior High, is closed indefinitely, two weeks after the Magna earthquake caused some serious damage.2 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Utah launches new website to give information about earthquakes
SALT LAKE CITY – The state of Utah has launched a new website to give people scientific information about earthquakes, as well as practical advice to help you prepare for an emergency. In a press release from the Utah Office of Emergency Management, earthquakes.utah.gov has several sections, including: Answers to frequently asked questions and rumors […]2 years ago
Simone Seikaly
UPDATE: Did you feel that? Aftershocks continue after 5.7 quake in Magna
Just how long and often can aftershocks continue after the main earthquake hits near you?2 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Historic buildings in Utah damaged by earthquake could be saved
Historic buildings in Utah damaged by a 5.7 earthquake could be saved.2 years ago
Paul Nelson
Cleanup from Magna quake continues as some residents grow more frustrated
MAGNA – Some residents in and near the town of Magna are packing up and getting out of their homes after they were deemed “unsafe” by utility crews. Homeowners have many questions about where they can go and how they can pay for repairs from the Magna earthquake. As you pass through the streets of […]2 years ago
Mark Jackson
Ways you can beat stress during hard times
It's been a crazy couple of weeks and that can cause some stress and anxiety, but experts say there are ways to ease tensions, one of which, is to remember that most of us have been through hard times before and we made it through.2 years ago
Paul Nelson
Safety officials try to quash false rumors after earthquake in Utah
Emergency officials are pointing the fingers at social media after several false rumors were going around after this morning’s earthquake.2 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Salt Lake airport reopens hours after 5.7 magnitude earthquake
Salt Lake City International Airport evacuated passengers and closed for several hours in the wake of a 5.7 magnitude earthquake centered near Magna.2 years ago
Becky Bruce
Aftershocks continue to rattle northern Utah, but don’t buy the rumors
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake, the most recent of dozens of aftershocks, shook northern Utah around 1:12 p.m. Wednesday, hours after an initial 5.7 quake.2 years ago
Colby Walker
What to do during an earthquake: Here’s what the experts say
Many across Utah experienced their first major earthquake on Wednesday, Nationally renowned seismologist Dr. Lucy Jones joined Dave and Dujanovic to discuss what happened, and what we should do when the next quake shakes things up.2 years ago
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