THURSDAY, MARCH 26
10:12 AM - Utah Seismograph Stations report a pair of magnitude 3-plus aftershocks hit within 9 minutes of each other.
8:45 AM - Governor Gary Herbert thanks Rocky Mountain Power and others for quickly restoring power after the earthquake.
WEDNESDAY, MARH 25
12:20 PM - Fox 13 report: How much does earthquake insurance cost and what does it cover?
TUESDAY, MARCH 24
5:55 AM - Utah Seismograph Stations report magnitude 3.1 aftershock at 5:42 a.m.Tuesday.
MONDAY, MARCH 23
2:35 PM - Ivory Homes says they tried to postpone a scheduled blast out of respect for the community, but authorities required going through as the explosive charges placed in boulders could pose danger if left in place. (Announcement from Magna Chamber of Commerce; More information from the company)
8:12 AM - Utah Seismograph Stations report magnitude 3.1 aftershock at 8:12 a.m. Monday.
8:00 AM - Mayor Erin Mendenhall says the City and County Building is closed until a better evaluation later this week.
SUNDAY, MARCH 22
7:32 PM - 4.1 magnitude aftershock hits the Salt Lake Valley
SATURDAY, MARCH 21
3:47 PM - The Greater Salt Lake Municipal Services District (MSD) and Magna Metro Township are asking district community members to conduct a visual assessment of their home or business to look for cracks in the foundation or damage to exterior or interior walls.
- If you reside or own property in the MSD (municipalities of Brighton, Emigration Canyon, Kearns, Magna, Copperton and White City, and unincorporated area of Salt Lake County), you are asked to fill out an online form HERE or call (385) 468-6723 during business hours (8:00 am to 5:00 pm). After hours call (385) 468-6690 and leave a message. Officials ask that those in the district fill out the form or call whether or not there is damage.
3:32 PM - UDOT and consultant bridge inspectors have verified the safety of more than 700 bridges in the state following the earthquake.
FRIDAY, MARCH 20
9:11 PM - Gov. Herbert issues Executive Order declaring a State of Emergency due to earthquake. Full order here.
3:01 PM - From March 18 to March 20, University of Utah Seismograph Stations recorded 213 earthquakes in the Magna area.
7:09 AM - 48 hours since the earthquake: Utah Emergency Management and U of U seismologists expect fewer aftershocks every day. Here are some of the frequently asked questions and answers about Wednesday's 5.7 earthquake.
THURSDAY, MARCH 19
10:32 PM - FOX 13 Report: Magna Main Street businesses still closed, assessing damage
10:28 PM - FOX 13 Report: Tooele CIty Police Department building severely damaged
8:26 PM - FOX 13 Report: West Valley City families clean up, learning houses are deemed unsafe
11:17 AM - Utah’s Division of Emergency Management told FOX 13 it is reducing the level of emergency in the state to what’s called “Level 2.”After yesterday’s earthquake, Governor Gary Herbert had it elevated to its highest-ever: a “Level 1.” That means “all hands on deck.” With aftershocks waning, the agency said it was shifting resources back to deal with the novel coronavirus.
11:17 AM - Utah’s Division of Emergency Management told FOX 13 it is reducing the level of emergency in the state to what’s called “Level 2.”After yesterday’s earthquake, Governor Gary Herbert had it elevated to its highest-ever: a “Level 1.” That means “all hands on deck.” With aftershocks waning, the agency said it was shifting resources back to deal with the novel coronavirus.
8:59 AM - Salt Lake City International Airport: The airport is up and running. Check our website or airport app regarding security wait times. It’s best to check with your airline for possible delays. Everyone is doing their best to get back on schedule after yesterday’s earthquake.
8:30 AM - As of 8:30 a.m. today, our Utah Geological Survey hazards team reports a total of 116 aftershocks. The last one was a magnitude (M) 1.6. Most of today's aftershocks have been between a M 1-2.
6:10 AM - Rocky Mountain Power worked non-stop until all power was restored in Magna.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18
7:44 PM - The Red Cross announces that it is fully mobilized in assisting those affected by the earthquake.
7:44 PM - The Red Cross announces that it is fully mobilized in assisting those affected by the earthquake.
7:03 PM - Utah Geological Survey released an interesting 3D representation of Wednesday's earthquake and aftershock locations. Details here.
4:27 PM - Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall Issues Emergency Declaration No. 3. “Signing this declaration will help us to ensure that Salt Lake City is able to access both state and federal funding that we might need in the wake of today’s earthquakes,” Mayor Mendenhall said.
4:05 PM - Cottonwood Heights Police: UDOT advising the westbound elevated on ramp at Union Park to westbound in I215 will be closed due to structural damage. It will be down for 3-7 days until a full assessment can be completed.
3:58 PM - Click here to view an interactive Recent Earthquake Map via University of Utah Seismology Stations
3:52 PM - Rio Grande Depot temporarily closed to the public and employees due to earthquake damage.
3:30 PM - Do you know what to do in an earthquake? Here is some advice from the United States Geological Survey.
3;12 PM - Salt Lake City International Airport - First flight departed from SLC to DFW at 2:54 p.m. Flights that were diverted will be arriving soon.
2:23 PM - FAA STATEMENT - The FAA will conduct a thorough structural assessment of the air traffic control tower at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) before determining whether it is safe to resume using the facility. Air traffic controllers are working with limited capability from an airport ramp tower.
The FAA is transporting a mobile tower to SLC in case the primary tower cannot be used for an extended period. The mobile tower is schedule to arrive Wednesday evening.
The Salt Lake City Terminal Radar Approach Control, which guides aircraft into and out of SLC and other nearby airports, is temporarily operating on a limited basis out of the Salt Lake Air Route Traffic Control Center, which handles higher-altitude traffic.
Travelers should monitor the airport website for the status of passenger operations.
2:04 PM - Utah Division of Emergency Management:
2:04 PM - Utah Division of Emergency Management:
Q: How does seismic activity and epicenter affect response?
A: We continue to inspect buildings after aftershocks. Our response has been focused around damage in the Magna area. We could have 120 aftershocks from this morning's quake.
A: We continue to inspect buildings after aftershocks. Our response has been focused around damage in the Magna area. We could have 120 aftershocks from this morning's quake.
2:01 PM - Utah Division of Emergency Management Division Chief Clint Mecham says that we will need patience from the public as building and other infrastructure inspections happen. @FireAuthority Dan Peterson says his department flew drones to monitor the chemical plume. It has dissipated.
2:01 PM - Utah Division of Emergency Management Division Chief Clint Mecham says that we will need patience from the public as building and other infrastructure inspections happen. @FireAuthority Dan Peterson says his department flew drones to monitor the chemical plume. It has dissipated.
1:47 PM - Utah Division of Emergency Management: Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson announces she has declared another emergency related to this incident. We are working with crews throughout the valley and looking at stabilizing gas leaks. The best news of the day is that we have seen no injuries or loss of life.
1:47 PM - Utah Division of Emergency Management: Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson announces she has declared another emergency related to this incident. We are working with crews throughout the valley and looking at stabilizing gas leaks. The best news of the day is that we have seen no injuries or loss of life.
1:13 PM - Salt Lake City International Airport: The airport has completed the security sweep and is preparing to allow passengers through at 1:15 p.m. The water line in Concourse D has been repaired and the remaining facilities have been found to be structurally safe. Flights will begin arriving and departing.
1:13 PM - Salt Lake City International Airport: The airport has completed the security sweep and is preparing to allow passengers through at 1:15 p.m. The water line in Concourse D has been repaired and the remaining facilities have been found to be structurally safe. Flights will begin arriving and departing.
1:12 PM - Aftershock at 1:12 p.m. registered as magnitude 4.6. As of 1:20 p.m. 59 aftershocks so far.
1:12 PM - Aftershock at 1:12 p.m. registered as magnitude 4.6. As of 1:20 p.m. 59 aftershocks so far.
1:10 PM - Utah National Guard deployed to assist with chemical leak at Kennecott Copper Mine triggered by today's earthquake.
1:10 PM - Utah National Guard deployed to assist with chemical leak at Kennecott Copper Mine triggered by today's earthquake.
12:33 PM - Utah National Guard refutes rumors it is asking people to turn off their natural gas and Dominion Energy explains when and how to shut off the gas in the event of an earthquake.View the story here.
12:33 PM - Utah National Guard refutes rumors it is asking people to turn off their natural gas and Dominion Energy explains when and how to shut off the gas in the event of an earthquake.View the story here.
12:26 PM - Keith Kroper, director of U of U Seismograph Stations, and Bob Carey, response and recovery bureau chief for the Utah Division, give an update on Wednesday's earthquake. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQgDkOMudGk
12:26 PM - Keith Kroper, director of U of U Seismograph Stations, and Bob Carey, response and recovery bureau chief for the Utah Division, give an update on Wednesday's earthquake. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQgDkOMudGk
12:24 PM - Deep cleaning and inspection of concourse at SLC Airport underway. Airport facilities are structurally sound. General aviation and cargo will be allowed to arrive and depart. More information on commercial flights will be available later.
12:24 PM - Deep cleaning and inspection of concourse at SLC Airport underway. Airport facilities are structurally sound. General aviation and cargo will be allowed to arrive and depart. More information on commercial flights will be available later.
12:12 PM - Salt Lake CIty Department of Public Utilities: Water supply and quality NOT impacted. No shut-offs or boil orders anticipated. If you have water quality or water pressure concerns, or a water or sewer emergency, call our dispatch @ 801-483-6700
12:12 PM - Salt Lake CIty Department of Public Utilities: Water supply and quality NOT impacted. No shut-offs or boil orders anticipated. If you have water quality or water pressure concerns, or a water or sewer emergency, call our dispatch @ 801-483-6700
11:54 AM - Utah Emergency Management:
11:54 AM - Utah Emergency Management:
Answering your questions:
What do you do in an earthquake?
• If in bed: Stay there, cover your head with blankets and pillow.
• Anywhere else: DROP to the ground, take COVER under something sturdy, HOLD ON until the shaking stops.
• If in bed: Stay there, cover your head with blankets and pillow.
Let’s address this. Human nature has three basic fear responses: fight, flight and freeze. Each can be a decisive action we take when under threat. But, taking the wrong action at the wrong time can cause problems.
During a severe earthquake running away (flight) is the fastest way to get injured or killed. The shaking can be so strong that a fleeing person is knocked to the ground. According to the CDC, 1 in 5 falls leads to a serious injury.
During a severe earthquake running away (flight) is the fastest way to get injured or killed. The shaking can be so strong that a fleeing person is knocked to the ground. According to the CDC, 1 in 5 falls leads to a serious injury.
People can also get injured as they run out of buildings where they are safe. Earthquakes cause building materials to plummet to the ground. Skip to 3:35 in this video for an example. https://youtu.be/ij_iBRtBgsI These people are lucky they weren’t killed.
People can also get injured as they run out of buildings where they are safe. Earthquakes cause building materials to plummet to the ground. Skip to 3:35 in this video for an example. https://youtu.be/ij_iBRtBgsI These people are lucky they weren’t killed.
The freeze fear response also won’t serve you well in a quake. We need to act quickly to take cover. Freezing sometimes come from a sense of denial. Sociologists like Dr. Dennis Mileti tells us that humans are very bad at moving from feeling safe to feeling unsafe.
The freeze fear response also won’t serve you well in a quake. We need to act quickly to take cover. Freezing sometimes come from a sense of denial. Sociologists like Dr. Dennis Mileti tells us that humans are very bad at moving from feeling safe to feeling unsafe.
Drop, cover, hold on protects you from nonstructural things that can fall on you and injure you. Remember, we are working with probabilities here. You are more likely to be safe under a table than in other locations. And if you’re outside in an open field, well done!
Drop, cover, hold on protects you from nonstructural things that can fall on you and injure you. Remember, we are working with probabilities here. You are more likely to be safe under a table than in other locations. And if you’re outside in an open field, well done!
What if there’s nowhere to take cover? Our @ShakeOut friends created this series of videos to help with other situations:
What if there’s nowhere to take cover? Our @ShakeOut friends created this series of videos to help with other situations:
• While driving.
• If you’re outside.
• If you’re inside and there’s nowhere to take cover.
• If you’re outside.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs1gMujRSBY2t7JB4VS-AymFwN-6Lvg20
• If you’re outside.
11:50 AM - State liquor stores are closed for damage assessment.
• If you’re outside.
11:48 AM - Airport Update: Facilities are structurally sound. Most of the damage is cosmetic. General aviation and cargo aircraft will be allowed to arrive and depart.
11:43 AM - Urgent update: Red Cross moving shelter to Taylorsville high school 5225 s redwood road.
11:29 AM - Utah Emergency Management: The State of Utah Emergency Operations Center is activated to a level 1 - full activation no injuries or damage have been reported. There have been some reports of damage in areas around the epicenter.
11:20 AM - Utah Public Schools:
Due to this morning's earthquake, the following school districts have suspended meal services:
• Weber
• Salt Lake
• Canyons
• Davis
• Granite (suspended breakfast, will still try to provide lunch)
• Davis
• Granite (suspended breakfast, will still try to provide lunch)
• Davis
10:40 AM - Fox 13 viewer pics of this morning's earthquake damage.
• Davis
10:34 AM - U of U Seismology Stations: There is no currently accepted scientific method for predicting the precise time, location, and magnitude of earthquakes.
10:34 AM - U of U Seismology Stations: There is no currently accepted scientific method for predicting the precise time, location, and magnitude of earthquakes.
Based on past earthquake sequences around the world there is a small, about one in 20, chance of an earthquake larger than M 5.7 in the Salt Lake Valley area during the next week.
Although it is possible that larger earthquake in this area could be in the magnitude range of 7.0 to 7.5, the U.S. Geological Survey estimates that the chance of an earthquake of this size is about one in 300.
Although it is possible that larger earthquake in this area could be in the magnitude range of 7.0 to 7.5, the U.S. Geological Survey estimates that the chance of an earthquake of this size is about one in 300.
Earthquakes of magnitude larger than 7.5 are unlikely to occur in Utah. A magnitude of 9.0 earthquake is not possible in Utah.
Earthquakes of magnitude larger than 7.5 are unlikely to occur in Utah. A magnitude of 9.0 earthquake is not possible in Utah.
10:30 AM - Utah DNR: Rumors of imminent, large earthquake coming are not true. Trust reliable sources.
10:30 AM - Utah DNR: Rumors of imminent, large earthquake coming are not true. Trust reliable sources.
10:25 AM - UTA canceling all Trax trains until further notice.
10:25 AM - UTA canceling all Trax trains until further notice.
9:52 AM - West Valley City sets up phone line to report earthquake damage.
9:52 AM - West Valley City sets up phone line to report earthquake damage.
9:33 AM - West Bountiful PD: We are asking the residents of West Bountiful to check your home for any damage to water lines or gas lines. Please walk around the outside of you home to look for damage.
9:33 AM - West Bountiful PD: We are asking the residents of West Bountiful to check your home for any damage to water lines or gas lines. Please walk around the outside of you home to look for damage.
9:31 AM - Utah DEQ: State officials have asked residents in affected areas to shelter in place and limit travel.
9:31 AM - Utah DEQ: State officials have asked residents in affected areas to shelter in place and limit travel.
9:29 AM - There is significant damage to RIo Grande Building downtown.
9:29 AM - There is significant damage to RIo Grande Building downtown.
9:28 AM - Governor Herbert's office: No significant injuries, hospitals operational, no damage to Wasatch Front bridges.
9:28 AM - Governor Herbert's office: No significant injuries, hospitals operational, no damage to Wasatch Front bridges.
9:21 AM - From The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:
9:21 AM - From The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:
The Salt Lake Temple, which is undergoing a seismic upgrade, sustained some minor damage during Wednesday morning’s earthquake. The trumpet on the Angel Moroni statue fell off, and there is minor displacement of some of the temple’s smaller spire stones. No workers were injured. Crews on the job site have been sent home for the day, and a full assessment is underway to determine needs going forward. This event emphasizes why this project is so necessary to preserve this historic building and create a safer environment for all our patrons and visitors.
The Salt Lake Temple, which is undergoing a seismic upgrade, sustained some minor damage during Wednesday morning’s earthquake. The trumpet on the Angel Moroni statue fell off, and there is minor displacement of some of the temple’s smaller spire stones. No workers were injured. Crews on the job site have been sent home for the day, and a full assessment is underway to determine needs going forward. This event emphasizes why this project is so necessary to preserve this historic building and create a safer environment for all our patrons and visitors.
9:19 AM - Power restored for in part of downtown SLC.
9:19 AM - Power restored for in part of downtown SLC.
9:11 AM - U of U Seismologist: "Very unlikely" a larger earthquake will follow, but there is a slight increase of a chance.
9:11 AM - U of U Seismologist: "Very unlikely" a larger earthquake will follow, but there is a slight increase of a chance.
9:10 AM - From UTA: All regular bus routes are running as normal. Delays are likely as drivers yield to emergency crews and broken traffic signals. All FLEX routes have been suspended.
9:10 AM - From UTA: All regular bus routes are running as normal. Delays are likely as drivers yield to emergency crews and broken traffic signals. All FLEX routes have been suspended.
9:08 AM - From University of Utah Seismograph Stations:
Today’s earthquake was the largest earthquake to occur in Utah since a magnitude 5.9 earthquake in 1992 in southwestern Utah near St. George. Today’s earthquake occurred in a seismically active part of the Salt
Lake Valley, where six magnitude 3.0 or larger earthquakes have occurred since 1962. The largest of these events was a magnitude 5.2 on September 05, 1962, 0.8 mi NE of Magna, UT.
Today’s earthquake was the largest earthquake to occur in Utah since a magnitude 5.9 earthquake in 1992 in southwestern Utah near St. George. Today’s earthquake occurred in a seismically active part of the Salt
9:04 AM - Multiple government buildings with reported damage: Cal Rampton Building, Utah State Archives, some state liquor stores and warehouse.
Today’s earthquake was the largest earthquake to occur in Utah since a magnitude 5.9 earthquake in 1992 in southwestern Utah near St. George. Today’s earthquake occurred in a seismically active part of the Salt
9:03 AM - No fatalities reported, but some minor injuries.
9:00 AM - Fox 13 Report: Director of Utah Seismograph Stations has the lateston this morning's earthquake.
9:00 AM - Fox 13 Report: Director of Utah Seismograph Stations has the lateston this morning's earthquake.
8:56 AM - As many as nine buildings in Magna damaged. Magna is about three miles from the earthquake's epicenter.
8:56 AM - As many as nine buildings in Magna damaged. Magna is about three miles from the earthquake's epicenter.
8:52 AM - From SLC International Airport: The airport is not currently operational. The FAA tower, terminals and concourses have been evacuated. The road to the airport has been opened, so that passengers can be picked-up.
8:52 AM - From SLC International Airport: The airport is not currently operational. The FAA tower, terminals and concourses have been evacuated. The road to the airport has been opened, so that passengers can be picked-up.
8:41 AM - Salt Lake City International Airport is CLOSED.
8:41 AM - Salt Lake City International Airport is CLOSED.
8:30 AM - Rocky Mountain Power reports more than 74,000 of its customers are without power Wednesday morning.
8:30 AM - Rocky Mountain Power reports more than 74,000 of its customers are without power Wednesday morning.
7:09 AM - Initial report:
7:09 AM - Initial report:
A magnitude 5.7 earthquake shook the Wasatch Front area Wednesday morning.
A magnitude 5.7 earthquake shook the Wasatch Front area Wednesday morning.
It occurred at 7:09 a.m.
It occurred at 7:09 a.m.
According to a seismological report from the United States Geological Survey, the earthquake's epicenter was three miles north-northeast of Magna, and it occurred at a depth of 10.1 kilometers.
According to a seismological report from the United States Geological Survey, the earthquake's epicenter was three miles north-northeast of Magna, and it occurred at a depth of 10.1 kilometers.
The USGS also reports multiple aftershocks in the area.
The USGS also reports multiple aftershocks in the area.
Rocky Mountain Power reports more than 74,000 of its customers are without power Wednesday morning.
Rocky Mountain Power reports more than 74,000 of its customers are without power Wednesday morning.
Utah Department of Transportation spokesman John Gleason said there are no initial reports of damage to Utah roadways or bridges.
Utah Department of Transportation spokesman John Gleason said there are no initial reports of damage to Utah roadways or bridges.
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