Tremors In Tennessee Could Mean An Active New...

Experts say that the New Madrid fault is active which could result in an earthquake. Recent tremors in West Tennessee could mean an earthquake in the future on the New Madrid fault line. Earthquakes that occur on the New Madrid fault can affect areas such as Illinois, Missouri, Kentucky, Indiana, Arkansas, Tennessee and Mississippi. The fault has produced four of the largest North American earthquakes in history. The four earthquakes that occurred in this region happened between 1811 and 1812. The magnitude of the quakes was in excess of 8.0.The recent tremors in the area seem to mean that this fault is active and should be watched carefully.

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Kat W. Jan 27, 2010, 3:29pm UTC

That is too close to home for me.

Deborah M. Jan 27, 2010, 3:36pm UTC

I guess California isn't the only place to worry about earthquakes.

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Tessa D. Jan 27, 2010, 4:01pm UTC

California is also overdue for a major quake

Deborah M. Jan 27, 2010, 5:40pm UTC

Yes, California is overdue. I was just reading something about major quakes in the next 30 days. I don't remember California being mentioned. Lots of activity on the fault lines all over the world. Hope it's not true.

Tessa D. Jan 27, 2010, 7:49pm UTC

keeping fingers crossed, knocking on wood

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Tremors In Tennessee Could Mean An Active New Madrid Fault Line

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