Maps: Fewer 3.0, higher earthquakes recorded in August

Oklahoma had four 3.9 magnitude earthquakes in August, but the overall number of 3.0 and higher quakes declined. 

Here's a heat map of where the quakes occurred from Aug. 1 - 30:

And here's a look at the locations of the 29 quakes with a 3.0 or higher magnitude, according to the Oklahoma Geological Survey:

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We publish a recap map at the end of every month, looking back on the last 30 days of earthquakes. You can also find more information and report a quake at NewsOK.com/Earthquakes.