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Earthquake Questions

Call 303-273-8500 for urgent earthquake questions. This is a 24-hour phone line monitored by scientists through the USGS National Earthquake Information Center (NEIC).

Building destroyed during the 1964 Alaska earthquake.

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Image: Weddell Seal Research at Erebus Bay, Antarctica

Multimedia Gallery

The USGS Multimedia Gallery is our one-stop collection of videos, photography, and other imagery. All items in this gallery are considered public domain. Please refer to the USGS Copyright section for more details.

Dave Applegate, Director, USGS

Key Officials

Learn more about the USGS Leadership and their experience and responsibilities from across the country.

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Congressional

Explore USGS Congressional Statements and Briefings which increase Congressional and public awareness of the role and relevance of our science in the public policy debate.