The Pleasant Valley earthquake of October 2, 1915 was the largest earthquake in Nevada’s recorded history. This earthquake ruptured the ground about 50 miles south of Winnemucca, and left a scar along the range front that was more than 35 miles long. In places, the ground surface was offset vertically by as much as 19 feet!! The earthquake had a magnitude of 7.3 and was felt throughout Nevada. Damage occurred in many places, but was strongest in Pleasant Valley and in the towns of Kennedy and Winnemucca.
Impressive quake. It could have been prevented by stopping global warming.
ReplyDeleteIt's Nevada. Probably caused by aliens protesting the food at Area 51. #alienlivesmatter
ReplyDeleteOops, I just read the date. No Area 51 in 1915. It was a good idea anyway.
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