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https://www.usatoday.com/story/news...earthquake-aftershocks-california/5196985002/
Woke me up at 4AM. I am 150 miles North West of the quake
Woke me up at 4AM. I am 150 miles North West of the quake
Aftershock of Nevada Earthquake Felt in California
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The forum discussion centers on the aftershocks of a 6.5 magnitude earthquake in Tonopah, Nevada, which was felt as far as 150 miles away in California. Participants noted the occurrence of a second earthquake, a 5.8 magnitude event from the Tonga region, recorded shortly after the Nevada quake. The conversation highlights the potential for misinformation among non-scientists regarding the connection between these two seismic events, emphasizing the need for informed commentary from experts to prevent misunderstandings.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of seismic event magnitudes (Mw)
- Familiarity with earthquake recording methods and mediums
- Knowledge of the US Geological Survey (USGS) earthquake reporting
- Awareness of common misconceptions in seismic activity discussions
- Research the USGS earthquake event pages for detailed seismic data
- Study the principles of earthquake magnitude measurement and reporting
- Explore the impact of social media on public perception of scientific events
- Learn about the geological differences between tectonic plates in Nevada and Tonga
Seismologists, geologists, science communicators, and anyone interested in understanding earthquake phenomena and public misconceptions surrounding seismic events.
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Yes, I recorded this one, not a spectacular amplitude because of the distance
https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/nn00725272/executive <--- the 6.5
https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us70009gsj/executive <--- The 5.8
there's 2 events a few hours apart on the trace
Firstly, the Mw 6.5, Nevada, then a Mw 5.8 from the Tonga region ( South Pacific)
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Dave
https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/nn00725272/executive <--- the 6.5
https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us70009gsj/executive <--- The 5.8
there's 2 events a few hours apart on the trace
Firstly, the Mw 6.5, Nevada, then a Mw 5.8 from the Tonga region ( South Pacific)
Cheers
Dave
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Obvious question - the Tonga event is there because it is on/in the same recording medium close to the same time. No connection.
Do you think non-scientists are going to "derive" some baloney connection without an informed comment
on the expert's part? Or I have just seen too many weirdo comments?
Do you think non-scientists are going to "derive" some baloney connection without an informed comment
on the expert's part? Or I have just seen too many weirdo comments?
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jim mcnamara said:
Yes, Correct
jim mcnamara said:
It happens all the time.
Social media and other Q&A forums, eg Quora, are full of dopey questions and comments along those lines
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