answersLogoWhite

0

Indiana and a number of neighboring states experience earthquakes, which in modern times have been small and nondestructive. It is unusual to have a major fault in the middle of a continent, but that does exist in this region.

Southern Indiana is close to the New Madrid fault. New Madrid, now in Missouri, was the location of the New Madrid earthquakes, 1811-1812, which historical accounts suggest were the largest ever recorded in the eastern US and possibly the largest in North America. The fault is now well mapped and the active area includes several neighboring states and much of Indiana.

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

What is the possibility of having an earthquake in British Columbia?

It is pretty much guaranteed that there will be a major earthquake in BC sometime this century.


What are the major deserts in Indiana?

There are no deserts in Indiana.


What is the name of an American country that was recently affected by an earthquake?

Indiana


When was the Sanriko earthquake?

The 1933 Sanriku earthquake was a major earthquake.


Will Christchurch have another earthquake?

It is possible, as Christchurch is located in a seismically active area. However, predicting when or if another earthquake will occur is challenging. It is important to be prepared by following building codes, securing heavy furniture, and having an emergency plan in place.


Where a major earthquake has happened in the past is called?

A major earthquake that has happened in the past is often referred to as a seismic event or a historic earthquake. The specific location where the earthquake occurred is known as the earthquake's epicenter.


What is Indiana's major religion?

Hinduism is the major religion of India. If your question is about the U.S. state of Indiana, the major religion is Christianity.


What does major earthquake mean?

It means that the earthquake is large and powerful.


foreshock?

is a small earthquake that often precedes a major earthquake


Why is Idaho most likely to have an earthquake?

Yes, there is a possibility of an earthquake in any state but some are less likely to have earthquakes than others.


Small foreshocks that precede a major earthquake can occur .?

Small foreshocks that precede a major earthquake can occur


Can you write a sentence using the word earthquake?

There was a major earthquake in Alaska.