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usgs-earthquakes

Query USGS ComCat earthquake data via FDSN Web Services in GeoJSON and CSV formats.

Updated Mar 5, 2026
Search Tags:#data analysis#earthquake#USGS#petroleum engineering#seismicity#induced seismicity
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jpfielding/claude.pnge --skill usgs-earthquakes
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Skill: usgs-earthquakes
Source: https://github.com/jpfielding/claude.pnge/tree/main/skills/usgs-earthquakes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jpfielding/claude.pnge --skill usgs-earthquakes

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides access to the USGS earthquake catalog, enabling the analysis of seismic events, particularly those potentially induced by oil and gas operations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Query Earthquake Data: Search for earthquakes by time, magnitude, location (radius or bounding box), and depth.
  • Induced Seismicity Analysis: Focus on shallow events (<10 km) and correlate them with known injection zones.
  • Use Case: Investigate a swarm of earthquakes near a disposal well in Oklahoma by querying events within a 50km radius and a depth of less than 8km over the past year.

Quick Start

Query for earthquakes in Oklahoma with a minimum magnitude of 3.0 between January 1st, 2023 and December 31st, 2023.

Frequently Asked Questions about usgs-earthquakes

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I query USGS earthquake data for induced seismicity near oil and gas operations?▼

To analyze induced seismicity, query the USGS ComCat catalog via FDSN Web Services to retrieve shallow seismic events. You can filter by specific geographic regions like Oklahoma or the Permian Basin to correlate events with disposal wells.

Can I filter earthquake catalog searches by depth to find shallow injection-induced events?▼

Yes, you can filter earthquake catalog searches by depth to target shallow injection-induced events. The Skill specifically targets shallow depths, such as events less than 10 km, to help correlate seismic activity with known oil and gas injection zones.

What is the best way to retrieve GeoJSON or CSV data for a swarm of earthquakes in Oklahoma?▼

The best way to retrieve GeoJSON or CSV data for Oklahoma earthquake swarms is querying the USGS ComCat catalog by time, magnitude, and a 50km radius. This retrieves detailed magnitude, depth, and felt report data for analysis.

Does the USGS earthquake catalog analysis support bounding box and radius queries for the Appalachian Basin?▼

Yes, USGS earthquake catalog analysis supports both bounding box and radius queries for the Appalachian Basin. You can search for seismic events by location, time, and magnitude to investigate potential induced seismicity in the region.

How do I analyze felt reports and magnitude data from the USGS ComCat earthquake catalog?▼

You can analyze felt reports and magnitude data by retrieving seismic event details from the USGS ComCat earthquake catalog. The Skill supports data retrieval in GeoJSON and CSV formats to enable detailed analysis of earthquake characteristics.

What is induced seismicity and how do I identify it using USGS earthquake data?▼

Induced seismicity refers to earthquakes triggered by human activities like oil and gas operations. You can identify it using USGS earthquake data by filtering for shallow event depths and clustering activity near known petroleum engineering injection zones.

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