United States earthquakes, 1979

All earthquakes that were reported felt in the United States and nearby territories in 1979 are described. A summary of macroseismic data reported for each earthquake and a chronological list of earthquakes by State are given. The results from local seismic networks are summarized. Information on crustal movement studies, tsunamis, and principal earthquakes of the world is given. Each description includes data, origin time, hypocenter, and the source of the hypocenter computation, maximum intensity (Modified Mercalli), and macroseismic effects reported in the area.