Vermont has infrequent, generally small earthquakes typical of northern New England. This page pulls real records for Vermont: the largest earthquakes on record from USGS, how often the ground shakes nearby, tsunamis from the NOAA database, and volcanoes from the Smithsonian program. Nothing is guessed.
A quiet recent record is good news, but many damaging earthquakes strike places that were quiet for decades. The only real protection is a warning the moment the ground moves - which is exactly what the free QuakeMate app gives you, along with tsunami and volcano alerts for Vermont.
Check Vermont hazard risk in detail
An interactive breakdown of the earthquake, tsunami and volcano risk in Vermont - or search any city or region.
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Earthquake risk in Vermont - FAQ
Is Vermont at risk of earthquakes?
Yes. On average about 1 quake every 10 years nearby of magnitude 4+ within 300 km, based on the last 20 years of USGS data.
What was the biggest earthquake in Vermont?
We don't have a standout large earthquake on record close to Vermont in the modern catalog, though smaller quakes can still occur.
Does Vermont get tsunamis?
Yes - 4 tsunamis since 1668 (most recently 2008) within 300 km, from the NOAA database.
How do I get earthquake warnings in Vermont?
Download the free QuakeMate app for iPhone. It watches your location and sends a real-time push the instant a quake strikes nearby, plus tsunami and volcano alerts, with custom magnitude and distance rules. On Android, join the waitlist.