Earthquake

2024 - 6 - 30

Earthquake Mania Hits Upstate New York and Antigua: Shaking Things Up literally!

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A series of earthquake tremors in Upstate New York and Antigua have residents feeling the ground move! What's causing all this sudden activity? Find out more here!

A string of minor earthquakes has rocked Upstate New York, with a 3.4-magnitude quake recorded late Friday night near Lake Ontario, sending tremors all the way to Syracuse and Kingston, Ontario. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reported the epicenter outside Henderson in Jefferson County, just 50 miles north of Syracuse. The quake marks the region's second tremor this year, leaving residents on edge. Meanwhile, Antigua and Barbuda also experienced a minor earthquake in their waters, causing no damage but adding to the seismic activity in the area.

The earthquake frenzy continued with Mt. Sergief in Alaska experiencing a significant M4.6 tremor, further adding to the geological mayhem. Back in Upstate New York, the earth kept shaking with another 3.4-magnitude earthquake hitting the North Country. As the ground rumbles in different parts of the continent, the question on everyone's mind remains: what's causing all these seismic activities? Could there be a bigger event on the horizon?

As the earth continues its tremors, it's crucial for residents in these regions to stay informed and prepared for potential aftershocks. Earthquakes are unpredictable forces of nature, reminding us of the planet's constant motion and change. The recent quakes serve as a stark reminder of the importance of disaster preparedness and community resilience in the face of natural disasters.

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Image courtesy of "WWNY"

M 3.4 Earthquake rattles Jefferson County (WWNY)

WATERTOWN, New York ( ...

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Minor earthquake felt in Antigua, no damage reported - Antigua ... (Antigua Observer)

On Saturday, June 29, 2024, at approximately 1:10 pm local time, a minor earthquake was recorded in the waters northeast of Antigua and Barbuda.

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3.4 earthquake rattles the North Country (WSYR)

SYRACUSE, NY (WYSR-TV) — A 3.4 magnitude earthquake rattled the North Country Friday night. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS) a 3.4 ...

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Earthquake shakes Upstate New York (WGRZ.com)

People as far south as Syracuse and Oswego and as far north as Kingston, Ontario, reported feeling the quake late Friday night.

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Earthquake hits upstate New York (silive.com)

This image from the U.S. Geological Survey shows the impact of a 3.4-magnitude earthquake recorded June 28, 2024, at 11:45 p.m. ET. The small quake was felt ...

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Image courtesy of "Alaska Earthquake Center"

Mt. Sergief M4.6 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

June 29, 2024 03:10:34 AKDT (June 29, 2024 11:10:34 UTC) 51.8720°N 175.0726°W Depth 49.0 miles (79 km). This event has not been reviewed by a seismologist.

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3.4-magnitude earthquake shakes Upstate NY, including Syracuse ... (syracuse.com)

The quake was centered in Lake Ontario, about 9 miles outside of Henderson in Jefferson County and 50 miles north of Syracuse. According to the USGS, the ...

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3.4 magnitude earthquake felt in parts of upstate New York, Canada (The Daily Orange)

Effects of 3.4 magnitude earthquake near Lake Ontario were felt in Syracuse Friday night, marking the region's second quake this year.

3.4-magnitude earthquake shakes Upstate NY (The Daily News Online)

The 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred around 11:45 p.m. ET Friday (3:45 a.m. UTC), according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake was centered in Lake ...

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3.4-magnitude earthquake shakes Upstate NY (The Livingston County News)

The star on this map is the location of the earthquake under Lake Ontario Friday night. Screenshot of USGS website.

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Image courtesy of "KOLO"

Magnitude 4.3 earthquake in central Nevada (KOLO)

The Nevada ...

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Image courtesy of "Alaska Earthquake Center"

Akutan Pass M1.5 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

June 29, 2024 16:34:05 AKDT (June 30, 2024 00:34:05 UTC) 53.7851°N 165.9687°W Depth 22.5 miles (36 km). This event has not been reviewed by a seismologist.

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Image courtesy of "Niagara Gazette"

3.4-magnitude earthquake shakes parts of upstate NY (Niagara Gazette)

A 3.4-magnitude earthquake shook parts of Upstate New York, including the Syracuse area, around 11:45 p.m. Friday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

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