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Earthquake history of Rhode Island

January 1, 1976

Only three shocks (intensity V or greater, Modified Moercalli Scale) have centered in Rhode Island, although several earthquakes in New England and the St.Lawerence Valley have been felt in the State.

Citation Information

Publication Year 1976
Title Earthquake history of Rhode Island
Authors C. A. von Hake
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title Earthquake Information Bulletin (USGS)
Index ID 70162477
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse