Damage lingers from 1886 Charleston earthquake
Nearly 140 years ago, a massive earthquake struck Charleston. It left enduring weak spots across the region which could be reactivated by a smaller earthquake.
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Nearly 140 years ago, a massive earthquake struck Charleston. It left enduring weak spots across the region which could be reactivated by a smaller earthquake.
Some of the state’s leading earthquake experts are discussing a possible link between the Wateree River and the earthquakes that have hit northeast Columbia.
Dr. Steven Jaume said that, due to a lack of research and resources in the area, he is not sure why they are seeing continued aftershocks.
Green Hill Road, along Interstate 20 roughly 25 miles northeast from downtown Columbia, has been surrounded by a series of minor earthquakes- 14 in less than three weeks- the most to shake the Midlands in decades. After the second tremor on Dec. 27, Joe Mulero told his wife, Brenda, to call their insurance company about adding an earthquake policy.
A series of small earthquakes continues to be felt in the Midlands of South Carolina.