new madrid fault

• Question:-What are the chance of a New Madrid fault line earthquake?
  Do you think there is a chance that a earthquake could hit the New Madrid Fault Line soon? I'm no geologist but it seems like something is getting ready to happen in that area with the dead birds now the flooding.
  
  Answer:-surface conditions such as rain and temperature do not affect earthquakes 10's to 100's of kilometers below the surface.
  
  However, tidal forces from the Sun and Moon can. Changes in rotational patterns. Other earthquakes. Anything that would change the stresses and forces.
  
  There is always a possibility for an old fault line to become active again, and to generate new fault lines.
  
  One would need to study the movement and stress patterns in the area to give a more accurate answer
  
  Also, there is a relationship between the type and size of fault and its strength
  
  Japan and Alaska have convergent plates and subduction causing potentially large quakes
  
  The Dead Sea and East Africa are on Divergent plate boundaries causing potentially small quakes
  
  The San Andreas is on a Translational plate boundary - sideways motion. -> medium sized quakes
  
  New Madrid is in the middle of the North American plate in a non-active to divergent plate boundary scenario. Quakes here would not be very strong or very often compared to Japan, alaska or California
• Question:-What type of fault is the New Madrid Fault?
  We are learning about the New Madrid Fault, I live about 20 miles south of New Madrid, Missouri, as a project we are to find what kind of fault the New Madrid Fault is (thrust,lateral,reverse, or normal). Also, could you tell me your source, correct answer with source will receive an automatic ten points.
  
  Answer:-The New Madrid fault system contains two types of faults, a strike slip segment oriented to the northeast, running from Marked Tree, AR to Caruthersville, MO, and a northwest trending reverse fault that rests below the New Madrid region. Material on the northwest side of the strike-slip fault moves northeast, and up the ramp.
• Question:-What type of boundry is the new madrid fault?
  i'm doing a project for school. isnt the new madrid fault a transform boundry?
  
  Answer:-No, it's an interplate seismic zone. So it's like the Hawaiian hot spot in the middle of the Pacific Plate.
• Question:-Is it possible that the earthquake today in Illinois could set off the new madrid fault?
  I know they said it was a different fault but people along the new madrid fault have said for years that we are past due for "the big one". so can an earthquake in one place cause and earthquake on a nearby fault?
  
  Answer:-it is possable. earthquakes arent predictable
  
  look here for a weird fact about the earthquake today
  http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=At3Kr6gVUiwoVomG_0X3qRHsy6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20080418203557AA2TrhS
• Question:-Could there be a New Madrid fault line earthquake?
  How likely is a New Madrid Fault Line earthquake? With the dead birds and flooding in that area.
  
  Answer:-Dead birds have nothing to do with earthquakes. It could happen any day, but the odds of it happening any time soon are very remote.
  
  I live in So Cal and we are far more likely to get a big shake, but I don't let it bother me. For teh New Madrid, it is more likely that it will happen to your kid's kid's kid's kid's kid's kids. Or even further away than that.
• Question:-Is BP responsible for the recent tectonic activity along the New Madrid fault?
  What in the world is happening in the middle of the United States right now? Thousands of birds are falling dead from the skies, tens of thousands of fish are washing up on shore dead, earthquakes are popping up in weird and unexpected places and people are starting to get really freaked out about all of this.
  
  Well, one theory is that the New Madrid fault zone is coming to life. The New Madrid fault zone is six times bigger than the San Andreas fault zone in California and it covers portions of Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Arkansas, Kentucky, Tennessee and Mississippi. The biggest earthquakes in the history of the United States were caused by the New Madrid fault. Now there are fears that the New Madrid fault zone could be coming to life again, and if a "killer earthquake" does strike it could change all of our lives forever.
  
  Jack M. Reed, a retired Texaco geologist-geophysicist, has been carefully studying the geology of the Gulf of Mexico for over 40 years. Reed is convinced that the Gulf of Mexico is currently tectonically active, and that the Gulf of Mexico is the source for most seismic activity along the New Madrid fault.
  
  One interesting theory is that the "oil volcano" unleashed by the BP oil spill in 2010 may have sparked renewed seismic activity in that part of the world.
  According to Reed,...
  "This entire zone through the United States is suffering some type of tectonic activity that I believe is tied to the deeply buried tectonics in the Gulf of Mexico."
  http://www.aapg.org/explorer/2002/11nov/rift_zone.cfm
  
  So did BP disturb those "deeply buried tectonics" by drilling such a deep well and unleashing all that oil that flowed into the Gulf of Mexico?
  
  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wVYS5Be-vg&feature=player_embedded
  
  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0tVbjrbkp8&feature=player_embedded
  EDIT: Teekno,...what are you talking about?
  Have hundreds of birds been falling from the sky and THOUSANDS of fish been washing ashore DEAD for 1000's of years?
  
  REALLY?
  
  Huh!
  
  Answer:-I don't know, it needs more investigation. Of course the Righties will poo-poo it and call it a waste of money.
  
  Somebody need to get it through their heads money won't matter when the planet dies.
• Question:-Regarding recent EQ activity in California and New Madrid fault zones?
  I have noticed a lot of EQ activity in California, usually up to 4.2 or so. It's all over the state (Northern, Central, and Southern).
  
  Also noticed activity in the New Madrid seismic region in the midwest, though on a much smaller scale, 1s and 2s on the richter.
  
  Do these mean that a larger quake is coming in the relatively near future? I know New Madrid is pretty close to due for a quake.
  For the record, since someone brought it up, I do NOT live in either region. I am just seismically curious.
  
  Answer:-I don't know if that fault is due for a big one like the San Andreas fault is.
  Because a fault is recently active doesn't mean a BIG ONE is coming for that fault. The small quakes could just be a release of pressure on the fault and a larger one would not be needed.
  On the other hand these small quakes could be small slips adding pressure or getting closer to a larger slip or break on the fault. This is something we can't be sure of.
  
  Also these small quakes on the New Madrid fault could also be effecting other faults by adding pressure or movement which could lead to quakes on these faults.
• Question:-When do you think the New Madrid Fault will cause a devastating Earthquake?
  I live in Southwest Missouri, but I'm originally from Southeast Missouri. With all these big Earthquakes in Chile and Haiti there's been a lot of talk around here that the New Madrid could be next. I know it's been predicted for many years now that it could happen anytime. When do you think it will happen? How bad do you think it will be?
  
  Answer:-I live in Middle Tennessee, and the New Madrid fault has been one of my worst fears for a long time. I thought Middle TN would be far enough away, at first, to avoid serious damage. But after hearing that the earthquakes in 1811 and 1812 rang churchbells in boston, cracked sidewalks in Washington DC, and made the Mississippi flow backwards for a little while that kind of scared me.
  
  I have done a lot of reading, and surprisingly the shockingly high (or so it seems) number of earthquakes we have been having is normal! Heck, with one hitting Turkey just this morning I might be suspicious, but here is a link to a USGS question... I would also suggest checking out the link provided in their answer to help put things into perspective:
  
  http://www.usgs.gov/faq/faq.asp?id=153&category_id=10
  
  Something else that might make you feel better... In 2009 experts have been saying that they think the fault is dying, or shutting down. It doesn't really compare to active faults out there today, plus they think the small earthquakes we have today are still aftershocks from the 3 really really big ones almost 200 years ago. You can get more info by clicking this link:
  
  http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/03/090313145956.htm
  
  Hope this makes you feel better. If you still want to play it safe (which you should) there are a few links on USGS all about earthquake safety and how to prepare. Remember to have an evacuation plan ready with your WHOLE family and a survival kit in your home... Also ...Look into earthquake insurance! ;)
  
  -VM-
• Question:-How could new madrid fault created?
  is it created by the new madrid earthquake that happened about 200 years ago or is it because of something else? what is the impact of the new madrid earthquake?
  
  Answer:-The New Madrid earthquake occurred because it is the boundary between two tectonic plates (or more likely a large crack or fault in the N America plate). It probably was there long before the earthquake 200+ years ago. All earthquake faults are areas where there are cracks between two huge pieces of the earth's crust or, at least, two very substantial bodies of rock.
  
  If there was another earthquake the size of the one 200 years ago, it would be pretty bad for St Louis and all the small cities and towns in that part of Mo & Il. Given that the last one did some damage in Chicago and the fact that there are a LOT more buildings in that part of the country today, the damage could be really bad. Look at what happened in Italy this weekend and that was a fairly small quake.
  
  Of course there are lots of other potentially devastating natural phenomena that would be as bad or worse.
• Question:-What are the chances of a Major earthquake in the New Madrid Fault Zone?
  I've been hearing about small quakes in Oklahoma and then in South Carolina and I just wondered if there is any danger from this fault.
  Thank You, Mr. Peanut, for the article. It's very informative.
  
  Answer:-The chances are very good. Wikipedia says that "The New Madrid fault and Earthquake prone region is considered at high risk today"
  
  Here's a great article on the subject:
  
  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1812_New_Madrid_earthquake

oklahoma earthquake

• Question:-Oklahoma earthquake..?
  Is there any chance we could have another tonight? How long are they supposed to last?
  
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• Question:-Has anyone heard about the Oklahoma City earthquake?
  I am concerned about the Oklahoma City earthquake and if there will be another one.
  
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• Question:-How strong was the earthquake in Rocky, Oklahoma?
  This is my very first earthquake EVER, so can someone give me a real answer?
  
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• Question:-Who should pay for the damage done by the Oklahoma Fracking Earthquake of yesterday?.?
  
  Miss Jones, I have something for you.
  
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• Question:-Did anybody else feel that Oklahoma Earthquake?
  I thought it was quite rattling, but I wuld like to know your opions
  
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• Question:-What if oklahoma got hit by an earthquake that was magnitude 8?
  Like when the meers fault slips again? How much damage would it cause?how much money in damages would it cause?would it completely destroy OKC,Tulsa and dallas?
  the meers fault is near lawton,OK
  
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• Question:-Is it safer to stay inside or go outside during an Earthquake in Oklahoma? please answer?
  Okay so I'm in OKC and I just felt a 5.2+ Earthquake and I am scared sh*tless. What is best? to get underneath something sturdy or go out into my pasture? My house is 50 years old on a lifted foundation (On cinderblocks) and I'm sorry but I don't want to be killed by something like a Earthquake my deal is Tornadoes. just what
  
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• Question:-was there an earthquake in Oklahoma tonight?
  Anyone getting creditable reports on this? Links?
  
  Answer:-Yes. i live in oklahoma.. it was a 5.6
• Question:-Has anyone heard about the earthquake tremors in Jones oklahoma all week ?If there small would they keep goin?
  To become a bigger earthquake?
  
  Answer:-Where did you hear this? Even very small earthquakes are registered on the U.S. Geological Survey site, and I see nothing in Oklahoma this week.
  
  And no, by the way, small quakes are not predictive of a larger one coming. Individual earthquakes are very difficult to predict.
• Question:-An Oklahoma earthquake rocked the state?
  who felt it in other states
  An Oklahoma earthquake rocked the state for what felt like a minute, but may have been 40 or 45 seconds. Shortly after the end of the Oklahoma State University vs. Kansas St. NCAA football game ended, the world started shaking in Stillwater, Oklahoma City, Tulsa and elsewhere throughout the state. The official time was 10:53:10 p.m.
  
  
  
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peru earthquake

• Question:-Anyone know where I can find list of deaths in Peru earthquake?
  I'm looking to find the names of the people who died in the earthquake in Peru yesterday. Some family of mine lives right where the earthquake occured, and I need to know if they're alright.
  
  Answer:-Hotline to find out who are the victims:
  If you're in Peru 0-800-10828
  If your in another country (00 511) 315-6600, ext. 2788
  Hope this helps
• Question:-Peru had an earthquake on August 16th,would that cause the northern fault lines in California to rupture?
  I'm no scientist, but because Peru had an earthquake, would that put more pressure on the fault lines north, up the coast and eventually cause major earthquakes on the coast of California? Didn't California have a small earthquake just recently and wasn't there predictions of a major earthquake on the San Andreas Fault line made on CNN just a few days ago? Shouldn't people be made more aware of this possibility?
  
  Answer:-Not really, the earthquake is a relieving of the pressure on an area of the fault, it shouldn't have a major effect on other areas.
  
  Generally a part of the fault line which is subject to Earthquakes, but has not had one for years is most at risk. There are instances where a fault has been dormant for a long time {Indonesia recently} and it is subject to several fairly major shocks.However when the stress is relieved is not predictable, although sometimes pre-shocks are detected.
  
  In summary; go move to the center of a tectonic plate.
• Question:-How many deaths exactly happened in the Peru earthquake on July 18th?
  I was just wondering, cause I used to live near there so it kinda worried me how hard it struck. So, yeah.
  
  Answer:-510 so far
• Question:-What is best water purification tablet. Travelling to Peru with earthquake relief items.?
  I have been recommended RediClor, but people in Peru requested Helaxon.
  Helaxon more expensive and does not last long, I've been told.
  Travelling this Fri,Aug24 am. Need answer asap!
  Any recommendations about internet store?
  I need to stretch my money and buy best option, but good one too.
  Thank you!
  
  Answer:-You can contact peruvian embassy.
  Try on :
  http://www.peruvianembassy.us
• Question:-how much tsunami warning would residents of southeastern Japan have if a strong earthquake struck the Peru—Chi?
  Assuming the alarm was raised immediately, how much tsunami warning would residents of southeastern Japan have if a strong earthquake struck the Peru—Chile Trench?
  
  Answer:-Between 8-12 hours.
• Question:-Who else was in the earthquake in Peru in august 07?
  Just wondering?
  
  I was in the province of Ica (epicenter of the quake)
  
  How did you feel?
  
  And also do you sometimes feel like the ground is shaking even when its not?
  
  Answer:-no one that i know..
• Question:-Do you think that the second collapse of the mine in Utah had anything to with the earthquake in Peru?
  And if so what do you think is going on with the stability of the earth itself?
  Just wanted to make sure everyone realizes that Peru is on the same planet as Utah!!!
  
  Answer:-Aftershocks in an unstable mine are not tectonic in nature (earth crust moving). Not enough energy from the Peru quake would make it that far north, or else it would have triggered a lot of quakes in Cali as well.
  
  I have a theory that the melting ice caps are redistributing such a large mass of water around the planet that the poles are undergoing tectonic rebound, causing stress at plate boundaries around the world. IT'S aTHEORY (for whoever wishes to argue the point) but I think I am going to watch quake frequency for the next few years.
• Question:-How do I find orphans from The Huaraz Earthquake of 1970, in Peru? Where would I find a list?
  My husband had family living in Yungay or Huaraz in 1970. They never found his cousins, children who may have been at the Circus during the Earthquake and eventual landslide. Does anyone know who would have a list of survivors from this disaster? Alot of the children were sent to Europe for adoption, but I don't know where to. Are there any good websites for this kind of thing?
  
  Answer:-It is very difficult to access to a list of orphans (if there is actually one) The only thing I can think of is to actually visit Yungay (the new town) and start asking the local authorities. Just remember that when the earthquake happened, the government was run by militars who may or may not have sent the orphans omewhere else. The best thing would be to contact people who lived there at the time, and local authorities now in Yungay or in Huaraz. Websites? I dont think so, these things are very delictae to post online.
  Good luck!
• Question:-Do you think that the second collapse of the mine in Utah had anything to do with the earthquake in Peru?
  And if so what do you think is going to happen to the stability of the earth itself?
  Just wanted to make sure that everyone does realize that Peru is in the same planet as Utah!!!
  They have been calling it a sizemic bump on the news.
  
  Answer:-Possibly, the tectonic plates are very large, I dont hink Utah felt any seismic waves though, so I dont think that is the cause of the mine collapse.
• Question:-If you could prevent either an earthquake in Peru that would kill 40,000 people,...?
  a crash at your local airport that would kill 200 people, or an automobile accident that would kill an acquaintance of yours, which would you choose?
  
  Answer:-Wow that's really tough. I would never want to kill anybody I know or have anything happen to them, so I'd have to go with that, number "3" so to say.
  
  Not that I don't care about Peru or the local airport, but if they are people I don't really know and never met what does it have to do with me or my loved ones? You don't know if the people at the local airport were unkind or even people who destroyed themselves and I don't live in Peru.