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3
Moderate

earthquake Earthquake Risk in Lagos, Nigeria

Risk Level: Moderate — Score 3/10

Risk: 3Historical: 1

Key Risk Factors

  • 1 events on record in proximity

Last significant event: Earthquake - 5.5 - 87km ENE of Santo Antonio, Sao Tome and Principe (2019-12-19)

Highest Risk Cities for Earthquakes

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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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Risk: 9Historical: 10
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Risk: 9Historical: 10
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Risk: 9Historical: 10
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Risk: 9Historical: 10
Lagos is not in the top 10 for earthquake risk among tracked cities.

How Lagos Compares

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Notable Earthquake Events Near Lagos

Earthquake - 5.5 - 87km ENE of Santo Antonio, Sao Tome and Principe

December 18, 2019 WATCH

Impact data not available

Earthquake Preparedness Tips

  • 1.Secure heavy furniture and appliances to walls
  • 2.Create a family earthquake plan with meeting points
  • 3.Keep an emergency kit with water, food, flashlight, and first aid supplies
  • 4.Learn how to shut off gas, water, and electricity
  • 5.Practice Drop, Cover, and Hold On drills regularly

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