Did You Feel It?: The Virginia Earthquake of August 23, 2011

The magnitude 5.8 earthquake that struck Louisa County was among the largest to occur along the
eastern seaboard of the United States. It caused extensive damage in central Virginia and was likely
felt by more people than any other earthquake in U.S. history. Join USGS scientists Mike Blanpied and Mark Carter on November 2nd at 7 p.m.
to discuss the seismology of the earthquake, its effects, and its context in the geology of Virginia.

The discussion is free and open to the public.
Requests for accommodations (i.e. sign language
interpreting) require notice at least two weeks before the
event. Please email jcorley@usgs.gov or call 703-648-7770.

Federal Facility - Photo ID Required                                                                                Dallas L. Peck Memorial Auditorium
12201 Sunrise Valley Dr.
Reston, VA 20192

Inclement Weather: If Fairfax County Schools and
activities are cancelled, the USGS Evening Lecture in
Reston will be cancelled.

For questions and further information call 703-648-4748