Recent New Madrid Earthquake 2024 Recent. This animation depicts simulated ground motion of the earth’s surface that could occur in the central u.s. A magnitude 5.5 earthquake in eastern or central north america might be felt by much of the population out to more than 500 km (300 mi) from its source.
Missouri’s new madrid seismic zone is in the news after the national guard held drills in downtown st. It was felt over 174,000 square miles and caused power outages, downed telephone lines,.