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  • Earthquake Intensity Map - See how a major earthquake in the New Madrid Seismic Zone could affect your area.
  • Experience a virtual earthquake! Find out what a quake could feel like where you live.
  • Facts About New Madrid Seismic Zone
  • Geologic Mapping for Natural Disasters These regional maps, produced by the Missouri Geological Survey, show underground hazards. The maps aid in planning and recovery for natural disasters, especially earthquakes.
  • History of Earthquakes in Missouri
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  • Relationship Between Richter Magnitude and Modified Mercalli Intensity
  • Relationship of Increasing Magnitudes
  • Understanding Earthquakes
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In the News

  • Experts say Central U.S. needs to be ready for next earthquake
  • Did You Know? Earthquakes In Missouri
  • Jeff Briggs on In the Know with Ray Hartmann
  • Waiting On The Big One - The New Madrid Fault

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State Emergency Management Agency
2302 Militia Drive
P.O. Box 116
Jefferson City, MO 65102
Phone: (573) 526-9100
Fax: (573) 634-7966
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