Multiple researchers fired from La Crosse USGS science center, threatening work on invasive species and other Mississippi River issues
About a half dozen researchers were let go last month from the Upper Midwest Environmental Sciences Center in La Crosse, a U.S. Geological Survey site. The center produces key research about ecological trends on the upper Mississippi River basin and elsewhere in the Midwest and the world.
USGS reports 4.1 magnitude-earthquake in Los Angeles area
A 4.1 magnitude earthquake shook throughout the Los Angeles area on Sunday, around 1 p.m. according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The epicenter of the earthquake Sunday afternoon was 7.7 northwest of Malibu and 6.
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Kilauea's 12th eruption episode: Eruption paused
As of 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday morning, eruption episode 12 at Kilauea Volcano has started in the Halema’uma’u caldera. According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), lava began erupting from the south vent but no lava is visible within the north vent at this time.
3.3M earthquake shakes Fall City, felt across the area
A 3.3M earthquake jolted Fall City Thursday afternoon, according to the United States Geological Survey. Initially reported as a 3.4M, the quake was downgraded to a 3.2M later, then upgraded to 3.3M.
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DOGE cuts include lease for Williamsport geological survey office
A list of cost saving measures announced by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), includes the local office of the United States Geological Survey’s Pennsylvania Water Science Center, located in Hepburn Plaza.
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Study aims to improve groundwater understanding at Yakima Training Center
A recent study conducted by the United States Geological Survey aims to enhance the understanding of geology and groundwater flow at the Yakima
Earthquake recorded near Midland, Texas, USGS says
The earthquake was recorded about 11 miles southwest of Ackerly, which is roughly 320 miles east of Dallas. The USGS says the quake happened at a depth of about 4.2 miles with no injuries or damages reported so far.
DOGE cuts could affect USGS, EPA offices in Charlotte
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency has announced plans to terminate federal building leases across the country, including two in Charlotte.
GSA to auction off former USGS building after DOGE cancels lease
This 17-acre property with 17 buildings is up for sale. One of the buildings is a childcare facility occupied by GeoKids.
DOGE puts former USGS building in Menlo Park on canceled lease list
The Menlo Park building is part of a GSA-owned federal complex that is being marketed as a redevelopment opportunity.
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4.8-magnitude earthquake recorded in West Texas, USGS says
A 4.8-magnitude earthquake was reported 15 miles southwest of Ackerly in West Texas, according to the United States Geological Survey.
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USGS reports 4.7 M earthquake southwest of Ackerly
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) is reporting a 4.7 magnitude earthquake southwest of Ackerly Friday afternoon.