Temblor is a new app that can show you the seismic hazards in your area. Read their guest feature in the February issue of EARTH Magazine!

 

Do you know the earthquake risk in your neighborhood? If not, that information is now available in the palm of your hand. Founded by two former U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) employees, Temblor is a free app that allows people to view interactive seismic hazard maps on their smartphones, tablets or computers. It also teaches U.S. homeowners to factor earthquake and landslide risk into their financial decisions, like where to live and what insurance to buy. The February issue of EARTH Magazine takes a closer a look at Temblor, highlighting the app's recent successes and goals for the future.

 

The February issue of EARTH Magazine is now available online. Read about the oldest-known avian voice box, a recent paleontological find that suggests that some dinosaur calls would have resembled the quacking of modern ducks. Or hear about the latest news in Mars exploration with the Red Planet Roundup. For these stories and more, subscribe to EARTH Magazine.