# Earthquake Report

> Worldwide earthquake data and historical severity information. (iPhone/iPad app by Manfred Breede.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earthquake-report/id570307814 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Manfred Breede](https://appshunter.io/developer/414696754)
- Category: Utilities, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.1 · 2 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-01-17
- Data updated: 2026-06-03
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earthquake-report/id570307814/reviews.md

## What is Earthquake Report?

This app downloads the United States Geological Survey (USGS) data on worldwide 2.5 magnitude and above earthquake activities of the past 7 days. 

Every time the table view is pulled down, a "Pull to Refresh" control adds the most recent earthquake(s) to the list of earthquakes. 

The earthquakes list includes the location, date, time, latitude, longitude and earthquake depth data.

A map view can be generated for each earthquake listed in the table view by entering its latitude and longitude coordinates on a 2nd view. The map will then be scaled to the general earthquake region, pin-pointing the epicenter of the quake with of a drop pin.

To evaluate the relative severity of earthquakes  a list of worst earthquakes in history is provided on a third view.

"Image courtesy of the Image Science & Analysis Laboratory, NASA Johnson Space Center" Roll-Frame:148-22727.

## Key features

- Worldwide earthquake data (past 7 days)
- Detailed earthquake information (location, time, depth)
- Map view with epicenter pinpointing
- List of historical major earthquakes
- Pull-to-refresh for latest data

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earthquake-report/id570307814/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Add this feature

*2014-12-20*

This is a nice app but what it really needs is the ability to utilize the iPhone accelerometer to detect earthquakes and automatically share that data to the cloud and/or the USGS. 

Only when enough similar readings are detected from a certain region within a narrow timeframe would the data be considered legitimate and then be pushed back out to the map for all users to view. 

The app could also be active only at certain times of the day/night that the user defines. As well as only be active when connected to pre-defined wifi networks. Such as Home or work. 

Another option would be to only take accelerometer reading when it is plugged into power (such as when on your night stand or connected to a computer USB). 

The app could also use the iPhone GPS to disable sensor reading when moving. As well as only record seismic data when the app detects the iPhone is laying flat on its back. 

Another option would be to disable the seismic sensor data output when a face is detected with the front facing camera. 

Requiring the app to be running in the foreground would also further prevent false readings. 

This could easily, quickly, and cheaply create a huge network of seismographs around the world.

## Frequently asked questions about Earthquake Report

### What earthquake data does Earthquake Report provide?

Earthquake Report downloads USGS data for worldwide earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 and above from the past 7 days. It includes location, date, time, latitude, longitude, and depth.

### Can I see where earthquakes happened on a map with Earthquake Report?

Yes, Earthquake Report offers a map view where you can enter latitude and longitude coordinates for a listed earthquake. The map will then be scaled to the general region, pinpointing the epicenter with a drop pin.

### Does Earthquake Report show historical earthquake information?

Yes, Earthquake Report includes a third view that lists the worst earthquakes in history, allowing you to evaluate the relative severity of seismic events.

### How often is the earthquake data updated in Earthquake Report?

The app refreshes its earthquake data every time the table view is pulled down, adding the most recent earthquake(s) to the list. The last update was on 2021-04-23.

### What devices is Earthquake Report available on?

Earthquake Report is available for iPhone and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for Earthquake Report?

Earthquake Report has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users and families.

### Does Earthquake Report have ads?

No, Earthquake Report does not contain advertisements.

### What is the user rating for Earthquake Report?

Earthquake Report has a rating of 2.0 stars from 1 rating.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2 — 2021-04-23

Compatibility with latest iOS version.

### 2.1 — 2018-12-30

Fixed an issue where the pin did not drop on the map.

### 2.0 — 2018-12-13

Fixed a connection issue.

### 1.9 — 2018-06-13

Fixed a connection issue.

### 1.8 — 2016-10-22

-The earthquake map can now be accessed directly by tapping on a table view row.
-Added a link to the USGS website.

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