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Earthquake Hazards 101

A 2-level hazards primer on how to find out information and what it means.
Includes info for all audiences and info for building and safety planners

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If you're a newcomer, this is the place to start. Learn how the hazards maps are made and what they mean. Includes background material and what you need to know to asses your risk.
Maps of U.S. Shaking Hazards
Find out what the shaking hazards are in your area. Quick links to all the hazard maps for 10% probability of exceedence in the next 50 years. Make your own map!
Clickable Map of U.S. Faults
U.S. Quaternary Faults & Folds Maps & Database. Find your nearest fault... but remember that large faults further away can also affect you.
Earthquake Hazards 201 - FAQ & Technical Information
More detailed and technical information for the technical audience.