On March 28, a fierce earthquake occurred in Thailand and Myanmar, causing widespread destruction. Thousands of people lost their lives and the exact number of injured is not yet known. Meanwhile, the land shaken by earthquake in Nevada, USA. Due to this, the people there have become frightened. The earthquake occurred on last Monday. Three earthquakes caused panic among people. According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), 27% is likely to have another earthquake of 3.0 or more intensity in the region next week.
When did the earthquake come?
According to the Nevada earthquake science laboratory at Nevada University, Reno, the largest earthquake occurred at 12:28 pm. About 50 miles northwest of Carlin, 71 miles east of Vinnmukka and 32 miles north of Battle Mountain. The USGS felt the first earthquake at 8:03 am, the intensity of 3.4. This was followed by an earthquake of 2.6 magnitude at 12:24 pm and four minutes later a 4.0 magnitude earthquake occurred. This sequence ended with an earthquake of 2.9 magnitude at 1:29 pm.
Why do earthquakes more in this area of America?
Northern Nevada, especially the Great Basin region, where these earthquakes occur, are known for their seismic activity. The region is located on several active fault lines, including Fairview Peak-Dixi Valley Fault Scarps and Central Nevada Sismic Belt. Additionally, the center of the recent earthquake is located near Valmi, Pleasant Valley Fault, capable of producing earthquakes up to 7.7 intensity.
What are other causes of earthquake?
The geological instability of this region is caused by active Bhuparpati stretch, fault speed and sometimes deep fluid activity. Additionally, mining in this area can also cause earthquakes sometimes. Nevada is the third most seismic active state in the United States after California and Alaska.
