California Geological Survey

Yesterday marked 6 years since the magnitude 7.1 Ridgecrest earthquake, the largest quake to strike California in 20 years. This earthquake provided valuable data for understanding fault systems and highlighted the need for improved earthquake preparedness. 🧪

The 2019 Ridgecrest earthquakes provided an opportunity to collect a rich and unique set of observations that can be used to improve our understanding of earthquakes, test new technologies & allow us to better prepare for future earthquakes. conservation.ca.gov/cgs/documents/…

California is known world-wide for its spectacular scenery. Recently, CGS conducted a photo contest where staff submitted their most awe-inspiring images of the state. Check out the pictures in the article and let us know which one is your favorite! conservation.ca.gov/cgs/documents/…

Now hiring: Environmental Program Manager II – #CEQA Program Manager in #Sacramento. Lead CEQA strategy, guide policy, & oversee a statewide team protecting California’s environment. 🌱 Salary: $14,141 - $16,065/mo. Apply by May 15: calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jo……

#Hiring! Engineering Geologist | #LongBeach, CA Swap your desk for boots & chopper rides. Inspect wells, analyze geologic data, protect groundwater & the coast. 🚁 Fieldwork incl. transport by helicopter/boat 🧪 Real impact, real science 🔗Apply by 5/16: calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jo…

Our staff are inspiring the next generation! Last week, Annie and Sara from the CGS Eureka office joined 250 students from Humboldt County at the at McKinleyville High School Career and Education Fair to talk about careers in geoscience. #GeoScienceMatters #Education

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#45YearsAgo at #MountStHelens: The "bulge", as viewed from the Timberline parking area, where scientists set up instruments (tiltmeter) and conducted surveys to track ground deformation. Avalanche of the bulging north flank a major concern. #MSH45

Throughout the decades, the CGS library’s collections and holdings have steadily grown from just a few hundred works into an extensive assortment of both historical materials and current geoscience resources, numbering well over 100,000 items. conservation.ca.gov/cgs/documents/…

See what our Department has been up to in the most recent newsletter from @CalConservation !