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Live data from USGS · Monitoring ZIP code 57356 Updated just now

No earthquakes detected within 250 miles of Lake Andes in the past 24 hours. The ground is quiet.

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Recent Earthquakes Near Lake Andes, South Dakota

0 earthquakes have been recorded within 250 miles of Lake Andes, South Dakota in the past 24 hours. Alertra monitors seismic activity near ZIP code 57356 using live data from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), updated every 60 seconds. Whether you felt shaking or are checking if an earthquake just happened near Lake Andes, this earthquake watch dashboard provides real-time magnitude data, an interactive seismic map, and earthquake history going back 15+ years.

Earthquake Alerts for Lake Andes, South Dakota

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📊 Earthquake Watch — Lake Andes

Live seismic risk assessment · Updated every 60 seconds from USGS

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Strongest in last 24hr None detected
Last felt M4.0+ 2911 days ago
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🌍 Recent Earthquakes Near Lake Andes

Past 24 hours within 250 miles · Source: USGS

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📈 Earthquake History — Lake Andes

Since 2006 · M2.5+ · 250 mi radius

Lake Andes has recorded 179 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or greater within 250 miles since 2006. The largest was a M4.6 on Jun 22, 2019, located 2 km SSE of Zurich, Kansas. On average, the area experiences approximately 18 notable seismic events per year.

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Since 2006 · M2.5+ · 250 mi

Yearly Activity · 179 events

Past 3 Months
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Yearly Earthquake Activity by Magnitude0102030011'07'10'13'16'19'22'252006: 2 (M2.5–4), 0 (M4+)2007: 3 (M2.5–4), 0 (M4+)2009: 1 (M2.5–4), 0 (M4+)2010: 4 (M2.5–4), 0 (M4+)2011: 3 (M2.5–4), 1 (M4+)2012: 3 (M2.5–4), 0 (M4+)2013: 2 (M2.5–4), 0 (M4+)2014: 2 (M2.5–4), 0 (M4+)2015: 5 (M2.5–4), 0 (M4+)2016: 6 (M2.5–4), 0 (M4+)2017: 24 (M2.5–4), 0 (M4+)2018: 24 (M2.5–4), 1 (M4+)2019: 9 (M2.5–4), 0 (M4+)2020: 8 (M2.5–4), 0 (M4+)2021: 25 (M2.5–4), 0 (M4+)2022: 10 (M2.5–4), 0 (M4+)2023: 18 (M2.5–4), 0 (M4+)2024: 10 (M2.5–4), 0 (M4+)2025: 11 (M2.5–4), 0 (M4+)2026: 6 (M2.5–4), 1 (M4+)
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Seismic energy index (line)
Yearly Seismic Energy Release010203002.0M4.0M6.0M'07'10'13'16'19'22'252006: 2 events, Energy: 30.3k2007: 3 events, Energy: 87.5k2009: 1 events, Energy: 251.2k2010: 4 events, Energy: 153.0k2011: 4 events, Energy: 1.1M2012: 3 events, Energy: 288.4k2013: 2 events, Energy: 267.0k2014: 2 events, Energy: 54.0k2015: 5 events, Energy: 433.7k2016: 6 events, Energy: 401.8k2017: 24 events, Energy: 1.7M2018: 25 events, Energy: 4.3M2019: 9 events, Energy: 134.9k2020: 8 events, Energy: 159.1k2021: 25 events, Energy: 1.3M2022: 10 events, Energy: 753.3k2023: 18 events, Energy: 508.6k2024: 10 events, Energy: 447.3k2025: 11 events, Energy: 373.0k2026: 7 events, Energy: 1.5M
Largest Recorded
M4.6
2 km SSE of Zurich, Kansas
Jun 22, 2019
Avg Noticeable / Year
0.2
Estimated felt (MMI ≥ II)

Strongest Recorded Earthquakes

M4.6 Jun 22, 2019
2 km SSE of Zurich, Kansas
M4.2 Sep 25, 2009
15 km E of Alzada, Montana
M4.1 Mar 1, 2026
4 km E of Cowles, Nebraska
M4.1 Jun 30, 2018
5 km SE of Arnold, Nebraska
M4.0 Nov 11, 2023
4 km NW of Bennington, Kansas
M4.0 Nov 14, 2011
South Dakota
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🛡️ Earthquake Safety — Lake Andes, South Dakota

What Lake Andes residents should know before, during, and after an earthquake

🏠 Step 1

Before: Secure Your Space

Bolt heavy furniture to walls. Keep an emergency kit within arm's reach of where you sleep. Know your exits.

🛡️ Step 2

During: Drop, Cover, Hold On

Drop to your hands and knees. Take cover under sturdy furniture. Hold on until the shaking stops. Stay away from windows.

🚪 Step 3

After: Check and Evacuate

Check for injuries and damage. If you smell gas, leave immediately and call 911. Expect aftershocks.

72-Hour Emergency Kit

✓ 1 gallon of water per person per day
✓ Non-perishable food (3-day supply)
✓ Battery-powered NOAA weather radio
✓ Flashlight and extra batteries
✓ First aid kit
✓ Whistle to signal for help
✓ N95 dust masks
✓ Plastic sheeting and duct tape
✓ Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
✓ Manual can opener

Notable US Seismic History

1994 Northridge, CA
M6.7
57 fatalities, $50B in damage. One of the costliest US natural disasters.
2011 Virginia
M5.8
Felt across 22 states. The most widely felt earthquake in US history.
2018 Anchorage, AK
M7.1
Major infrastructure damage across south-central Alaska.

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🏢 About Alertra

Alertra is an earthquake monitoring platform built by a team of engineers in Arizona focused on natural disaster safety technology. We provide real-time earthquake alerts and risk assessments to help communities prepare before disaster strikes.

Alertra ingests real-time seismic data from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and combines it with over 15 years of legacy earthquake records to build localized risk models for communities like Lake Andes. Our threat scores, historical trend charts, and proximity alerts are all derived from this data — updated every 60 seconds.

Earthquake FAQ — Lake Andes, South Dakota

Was there an earthquake in Lake Andes today?

No earthquakes detected within 250 miles of Lake Andes in the past 24 hours. The ground is quiet. This page shows all earthquakes detected within 250 miles of Lake Andes in the past 24 hours, updated every 60 seconds from USGS.

Did an earthquake just happen near Lake Andes?

Check the live earthquake table above for the most recent seismic events near 57356. Alertra detects earthquakes right now as they happen and can send you instant earthquake alerts for Lake Andes.

What is the earthquake history for Lake Andes, South Dakota?

Alertra tracks USGS seismic records going back 15+ years for the Lake Andes area. View the historical trends chart above to see yearly earthquake frequency and the largest recorded event near 57356.

How do I get earthquake alerts for Lake Andes?

Download the Alertra app to receive push notifications within 60 seconds of any earthquake detected near 57356. Alertra monitors USGS seismic data 24/7 — no manual earthquake watch required.

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