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U.S. Geological Survey
Every story we’ve published that names U.S. Geological Survey, newest first.
- Governor Creates Interagency Committee to Strengthen Earthquake Preparedness
The new committee aims to enhance the island’s preparedness and response to seismic events, which is crucial for protecting the lives and infrastructure of Puerto Rico’s communities.
- Quake Watch: Magnitude 4.8 Earthquake Near Guánica, 82 Felt Reports
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck 5 km southwest of Guánica on Friday morning, according to the U.S.
- Day Five: The Rain Arrived — and Carraízo Rose for the First Time
The tropical wave delivered.
- La Plata Reservoir Sees 60-Centimeter Drop in One Week
The La Plata reservoir has experienced a 60-centimeter drop in water level over the past week, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS).
- USGS Publishes Study Finding 75% of North Coast Puerto Rico Beaches Show Erosion
For the northwest’s surf towns like Rincón and Aguadilla, losing up to 92 meters of beach width puts the coastal roads, homes, and tourism jobs the local economy leans on at risk.