Tuesday, July 26, 2005

Montana Earthquake

Did you feel it?

From the USGS press release: "A moderate earthquake occurred in western Montana, about 20 km (15 miles) north-northeast of Dillon or about 65 km (40 miles) south of Butte at 10:08 PM MDT, Jul 25, 2005 (10:08 PM MDT in Montana). The magnitude and location may be revised when additional data and further analysis results are available. The earthquake was felt in large parts of Montana. It was also felt in Idaho and Wyoming. No reports of damage have been received at this time."

For more information on this recent Montana earthquake, the history of earthquakes in Montana, or earthquakes in general, visit the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program website.

Source: "Magnitude 5.6 earthquake rattles Montana." Missoulian July 25, 2005.

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