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Welcome to EQprogram.net!

Earthquake Damage - FEMA File PhotoThanks for visiting EQprogram.net!  Intended to be used by State Earthquake Program Managers and their associates, this site will aim to better prepare for and mitigate against earthquakes, as directed by the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP).

We will try to maintain an up-to-date, informative website for various earthquake program partners to collaborate, exchange information, and strengthen partnerships.  To make suggestions or comments on features you would like to see on this website, please email info@eqprogam.net.  Please bookmark this site and come back often to receive the latest earthquake program updates and news.

 

Latest Earthquake Program News…

M4.3 Earthquake Shakes Eastern Kentucky…

November 11, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Region:                            EASTERN KENTUCKY Geographic coordinates:            37.233N,  83.042W Magnitude:                        4.3 … {Read More}

New Evidence Shows Power of East Coast Earthquakes…

November 6, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Virginia Earthquake Triggered Landslides at Great Distances Earthquake shaking in the eastern United States can travel much farther and cause damage over larger areas than previously thought. U.S. Geological Survey scientists found that last … {Read More}

2011 FEMA Central States Disaster and Earthquake Preparedness Survey Report

September 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Recently, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced the publishing of the “2011 FEMA Central States Disaster and Earthquake Preparedness Survey Report”  To review the report please visit … {Read More}

FEMA IS-325: Earthquake Basics

August 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced a new web-based, independent study training course, IS-325—Earthquake Basics: Science, Risk, and Mitigation. This interactive, 30-minute course presents basic information on earthquake … {Read More}