Recent Earthquakes

Use the application below to search for recent earthquakes in or near South Carolina.

Recent Earthquakes

Earthquakes since January 1, 2006. Did you feel it? Register your observations with the USGS

10 Most Recent Earthquakes

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Earthquake Resources

Earthquake Hazards Map of the South Carolina Coastal Plain, GGMS-2

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South Carolina Earthquake Guide (SCEMD)


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Earthquakes and Seismic Waves Educational PowerPoint


earthquake powerpoint

Comprehensive Seismic Risk and Vulnerability Study for the State of South Carolina (SCEMD)

Seismic Risk

Do you know what to do in an earthquake?



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United States Geological Survey Earthquake Hazards Program



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