附近地震区的地震可能严重影响到爱荷华州和伊利诺伊州,这突出表明需要备灾。 Earthquakes in nearby seismic zones could severely impact Iowa and Illinois, stressing the need for preparedness.

新马德里地震区发生重大地震,可能会对爱荷华州产生重大影响,造成结构性破坏和公用事业中断,尽管该国距离断层很远。 A major earthquake in the New Madrid Seismic Zone could significantly impact Iowa, causing structural damage and utility disruptions, despite the state's distance from the fault. 同样,伊利诺伊州瓦巴什河谷地震区的7.0地震也可能是灾难性的,导致生命损失和基础设施严重受损。 Similarly, a 7.0 quake in Illinois' Wabash Valley Seismic Zone could be catastrophic, leading to loss of life and severe infrastructure damage. 这两种情景都突出表明,需要在这些区域进行准备和规划。 Both scenarios highlight the need for preparedness and planning in these regions.