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Census Bureau Warns Earthquake Risk Extends Far Beyond California

14 Oct 2026 5:04 p.m. · Source: U.S. Census Bureau

Census Bureau marks the 2026 Great ShakeOut by urging communities nationwide to prepare for earthquakes, noting the 1886 Charleston quake was felt as far away as Wisconsin.

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