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USGS Latest Earthquakes

Official live map of earthquakes worldwide from the US Geological Survey

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Coverage: Worldwide
Updates: Live
Price: Free
Sign-up: Not needed
View: Flat map

What is USGS Latest Earthquakes?

The USGS Latest Earthquakes map shows quakes around the world within minutes, sized by magnitude and coloured by age. Each event has a page with location, depth, shaking maps and "Did You Feel It?" reports from the public.

It is the reference source for earthquake data, used by news organisations and other maps alike.

What you can do

Earthquakes worldwide in near real time
Filter by magnitude and time period
ShakeMaps and felt reports
Tectonic plate boundaries layer

The details

Coverage: Worldwide
Updates: Live / real time
Data source: USGS and partner seismic networks
Made by: US Geological Survey (government agency)
Price: Free
Account: No account needed
On phones: Works well on phones
Map view: Flat map

Tips for using USGS Latest Earthquakes

Open settings to switch between "all quakes in the US" and "magnitude 4.5+ worldwide".
Submit a "Did You Feel It?" report if you felt one; it improves shaking maps.

Who it is for

USGS Latest Earthquakes is especially useful for weather watchers, journalists, students and researchers & analysts.

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Questions about USGS Latest Earthquakes

Is USGS Latest Earthquakes free?

Yes. USGS Latest Earthquakes is free to use.

Do I need an account to use USGS Latest Earthquakes?

No. You can open the map and use it without signing up.

How often is USGS Latest Earthquakes updated?

USGS Latest Earthquakes shows data in real time or close to it, so what you see is happening now (most live maps have a delay of a few seconds to a few minutes).

Where does USGS Latest Earthquakes get its data?

USGS and partner seismic networks.

Can I use USGS Latest Earthquakes on my phone?

Yes. The website works well in a phone browser.

What are some alternatives to USGS Latest Earthquakes?

Similar maps include NASA FIRMS Fire Map, Zoom Earth, EMSC LastQuake and National Hurricane Center. See the full list of USGS Latest Earthquakes alternatives on ColorfulMaps.

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