The Central Virginia seismic zone produced the 2011 M5.8 Mineral earthquake, felt by more people than any other US quake in history. The map above shows live earthquakes and recent activity in Virginia - today, yesterday, this week and the last 30 days - including magnitude, depth and timing. Data is sourced from USGS and regional seismic networks and updates automatically. For instant earthquake alerts in Virginia, the free QuakeMate earthquake alert app sends real-time push notifications with custom magnitude and distance rules.
Latest earthquakes in Virginia
No recent earthquakes in the QuakeMate feed for Virginia right now. Activity can begin at any time - get instant alerts with the QuakeMate app.
Did people in Virginia feel recent earthquakes?
No community-felt earthquakes reported in Virginia in the current feed. When the ground moves, QuakeMate users report what they felt in seconds - be the first.
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Earthquakes in Virginia: frequently asked questions
Does Virginia get earthquakes?
The Central Virginia seismic zone produced the 2011 M5.8 Mineral earthquake, felt by more people than any other US quake in history. While there are no significant earthquakes in the QuakeMate feed for Virginia right now, activity can begin at any time.
Where can I see a USGS earthquake map for Virginia?
QuakeMate plots USGS and regional earthquake data for Virginia on the interactive map above, updated automatically. Each event shows magnitude, depth, location and time and links to a permalink page.
Is there an earthquake alert app for Virginia?
Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that sends real-time earthquake alerts for Virginia, with custom magnitude and distance rules so you are notified the moment a quake strikes near you. Download it at quakemate.app/download.
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Get earthquake alerts for Virginia
QuakeMate sends real-time alerts the moment an earthquake strikes near you - free on iOS, with community “Did You Feel It” reports.
Earthquakes in nearby states
Earthquake data via the QuakeMate API (USGS and regional agencies). Magnitudes and locations are preliminary and may be revised.