Based on criteria, several major cities outside California might qualify—like Seattle, Portland, and Salt Lake City—due to their populations exceeding 500,000 and proximity to seismic activity exceeding 6.0 magnitude. The specific number of eligible cities and those not in California depends on current seismic data and city populations.
To determine the number of cities eligible for the FEMA funding and which ones are not in California, we'll need to consider the criteria provided:
1. More than 500,000 people
2. Less than 50 miles from one or more earthquakes exceeding 6.0 in magnitude
First, let's gather information about cities that meet these criteria, excluding those in California as requested.
The USGS (United States Geological Survey) and FEMA databases would contain the necessary seismic information. However, I don't have real-time access to current seismic data or city populations. Generally, in the United States, California experiences numerous earthquakes exceeding 6.0 magnitude due to its location along the active San Andreas Fault.
If we assume a theoretical scenario based on historical seismic data, we could find cities that have experienced such earthquakes.
Hypothetical City Examples (not exhaustive or current):
1. Seattle, Washington: Has a high population and proximity to potential significant earthquakes.
2. Portland, Oregon: Also relatively close to seismic activity and has a significant population.
3. Salt Lake City, Utah: Historically experienced earthquakes exceeding 6.0 magnitude.
These are examples that fit the criteria, but current, specific information would be necessary to provide an accurate list of eligible cities and those outside California.
In reality, the number of eligible cities and those not in California would depend on the current seismic data, city populations, and their proximity to recent or historical earthquakes exceeding 6.0 magnitude.