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One week. The largest earthquake in the region in 100+ years. 19 after shocks. Up to a foot of rain. 40-70 mph wind gusts.
These images tell the story.
20 earthquakes ranging in magnitude from 2.0 to 5.8 rattled central Virginia in the past week.
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USGS
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Hurricane Irene rainfall ranging from less than 1” in western Virginia to one foot in southern Maryland.
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National Weather Service
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The magnitude of earthquakes in central Virginia over time (the last week). The intensity of the tremors has gradually decayed.
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Mountain Beltway blog, Callan Bentley
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Hurricane Irene peak wind gusts ranging from 40-45 mph in northwest Va. to 65 to 70 mph in southern Md.
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National Weather Service
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Aren’t you glad this seven day stretch is behind us?
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