Although earthquakes in the central and eastern United States are more frequent than in the western part of the country, they represent little seismic risk.

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Although earthquakes in the central and eastern United States may be more frequent, they pose a higher risk due to the area's geology and infrastructure not being designed to withstand seismic activity. This can result in more damage and casualties compared to areas with a lower frequency of earthquakes but stronger infrastructure.

Although Earthquakes in the Central and Eastern United States Are