A 4.0 magnitude earthquake centered near Hollis Center, Maine (which is located 20 miles west of Portland) was felt across New England at 7:12 p.m on Tuesday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
The 5.8-magnitude earthquake that unnerved millions of people on the East Coast of the United States on Tuesday forced schools in three states to close and damaged several buildings and federal landmarks.
At least four aftershocks followed the powerful quake, including a 3.4-magnitude tremblor that hit near the nation’s capital overnight.
The earthquake that changed Haiti for years to come was a terrible tragedy and is not forgotten, yet now a report shows that the death toll claimed by Haitian Officials was greatly exaggerated.
Many of you are wondering how you can help the Japanese people, in the wake of the devastating earthquake and tsunami that has struck the island nation. Here are some organizations involved in the rescue and recovery effort that you can donate to.
After one year Haiti still in ruins. Countless charitable Americans Donated money via internet, mail and text. When does the reconstruction of this devastated country begin?