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Earth Quake

EarthquakeAn earthquake is defined as a shaking or trembling of the crust of the earth by underground volcanic forces or by breaking and shifting of rock beneath the surface.  

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St. Louis County is located in an area with a zero percent Peak Ground Acceleration rating.  No earthquakes have been documented in St. Louis County.

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