Hidden earthquake risk found lurking beneath Los AngelesAugust 30, 2019 – The fault was once thought dead, but recent research suggests it’s likely still active—and poses a hazard to the metropolis above.
Groundbreaking earthquake catalog may have just solved a seismic mysteryAugust 13, 2019 – Lab-made quakes suggested that we should see hints of activity before a big event, but this pattern has been elusive in nature—until now.
Deadly earthquake traveled at 'supersonic' speeds—why that mattersFebruary 04, 2019 – A powerful temblor in Indonesia offered a detailed look at supershear, a phenomenon that can create the geologic version of a sonic boom.
Listen to an Earthquake’s Eerie ‘Whale Songs’April 10, 2017 – SeismoDome shows enable people to hear the previously inaudible sounds of earthquakes deep in the Earth—and that may lead to better safety.
Earthquakes can make it harder for whales to find food, first-ever study saysJanuary 31, 2020 – In 2016, a major earthquake wiped out whole animal communities, sending impacts reverberating up the food chain.
A strange earthquake swarm lasted for years. Scientists finally know why.June 18, 2020 – A new high-resolution view into Earth's crust shows what caused more than 22,000 tiny temblors to rumble in Southern California.
Can Tagged Birds Predict Coming Earthquakes?June 26, 2018 – A program called ICARUS will monitor their reactions from the International Space Station.
Biggest U.S. earthquake in more than 50 years strikes Alaska—here’s what we can learnJuly 29, 2021 – The magnitude 8.2 earthquake did little damage, and it provides an opportunity for scientists to peer deep into the planet's innards.
Can earthquakes trigger volcano eruptions? Here's the science.January 14, 2019 – Possible links between these two geologic titans have long fascinated—and divided—scientists. Here’s what the latest studies have to say.
Earthquakes near oil fields could persist long after drilling stopsJuly 17, 2019 – The dense, salty water produced as a byproduct of oil and gas operations can stress fault lines even when operations cease, new research shows.
Why Alaska Is Uniquely Prone to Earthquakes and TsunamisJanuary 23, 2018 – Today’s earthquake and subsequent tsunami warning is a reminder that the region is a hub for intense seismic activity.
How Humans Are Causing Deadly EarthquakesOctober 02, 2017 – Mining, dam building, and fracking are among the causes.
What's an 'Earthquake Swarm,' And Is One Hitting Taiwan?February 07, 2018 – Several people have been killed and dozens remain unaccounted for as a series of quakes rattle the region. But are these earthquakes part of a cycle?
Can an Early Warning Prevent Earthquakes Becoming Disasters?November 02, 2017 – Fifteen of our largest cities are in earthquake zones where millions of people gamble on having time to reach safety when quakes strike.
Big earthquakes might make sea level rise worse. Here's how.June 17, 2019 – The Samoan islands are sinking faster than expected due to warming alone, and a pair of huge quakes is likely to blame.
Earthquakes Can Happen in More Places Than You ThinkAugust 26, 2017 – We still don't know where all the faults lie.