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- Earthquakes in Chile: A Brief HistoryLocated on the fault line of the Nazca and South American tectonic plates, and part of the Pacific Rim "Ring of Fire," Chile has had more than its share of devastating earthquakes.
Haiti Earthquake 2010: How Are Earthquake Magnitudes Measured?A 7.0 magnitude earthquake devastated Haiti on January 12th, 2010. At least 33 aftershocks were recorded in the following days. How are earthquake magnitudes determined?- Earthquake Danger Evening!I had my first earthquake experience in Oklahoma City tonight. Along with the severe weather forecast, there is the potential for a frightening weather evening.
First Ever Earthquake Documented on a Pendulum Drawing ToyThe science exhibit at The New York State Fair, which features pendulum art machines that create unique continuous curve drawings, caught an earthquake vibration in one of the harmonograms.
The BootsPain, panic, grief, and loss--a wide range of emotions--and how they are centered around a pair of tired old work boots.
Do You Know Where Your Fault Line Is?The earthquake centered in Virginia came as a surprise to many, but it really shouldn’t have. There are faults all over the map. Do you know what fault line is nearest you?
Earthquake MonitorsReports of animals acting strange prior to an earthquake may be an indication that our furry friends could be used as means of warning for the occurance of an earthquake.- The Worst Earthquakes Ever RecordedThe recent earthquake in Japan was a horrible tragedy. Yet, within the last fifty years, even worst earthquakes have occurred around the world.
Christchurch Resident Tells of Recovery After Devastating EarthquakeChristchurch in New Zealand is slowly beginning the process of restoration after the 7.1 magnitude earthquake that struck on the 4th September, 2010.- Earthquake in DC: Shocking to ManyWhile it is already odd that there is an earthquake on the east coast at all, the real spectacle behind this is that this is the largest quake the US capital has ever had.
Synthetic EarthquakesIt appears that there are more earthquakes recorded in the past 50 years than the last 100 but Paleoseismology has rejected Nikola Tesla's misconception that having many smaller earthquakes can somehow avoid having "The Big One".
2010 to be the Year of the Earthquake?Only three months into the year and 2010 has already boasted some impressive examples of seismic activity. What will the coming months bring?
A Whole Lot of Quaking Going OnThis article describes the activity of earthquakes from February 6, 2010 to March 9, 2000. One 4.0 earthquake occurs every 1.25 hours. The question is where the next one will strike.
Earthquakes Fears Are GrowingThe article proposes a response to the fear of earthquakes. The frequency of violent earthquakes is causing elevation of fear and intense insecurity across the world.- EarthQuakes Increasing: So What Does it All Mean?'Another earthquake has shaken the world'
Why Earthquakes Are More Dangerous Than EverEarthquakes are no larger today than they have been over the past hundred years. But they're more dangerous. The simple reason is that we have so many vastly-populated cities in areas of high earthquake risk- Mother Earth and Recent Natural DisastersIt seems that mother earth is no longer waiting for government officials to go green. Global warming, green house emissions and depleting fossil fuels have resulted in a proverbial flexing of earth's muscles.
- I'M ASHAMED of YOU MOMBe quiet and pass the chips.
- Earthquake Shakes Midwesterners from Their Sleep This MorningAn earthquake measuring 4.3 on the Richter Scale hit Illinois this morning, February 10, 2010.
Haiti Suffers Second 6.1 Aftershock Earthquake on January 20: 8 Days After First 7.0 EarthquakeJanuary 20, 2010: 6:03 a.m a second 6.1 aftershock earthquake hit the already devastated island of Haiti, just 56 km northwest of Port-au-Prince, where a 7.0 magnitude earthquake hit just eight days earlier, on January 12.- Devastating Earthquakes - Facts and FiguresAn earthquake is a sudden release of energy in the earth's crust that creates seismic waves. Earthquakes are also known as tremors. Earthquakes cause the surface of the Earth to shake and in many cases, displace the ground.
- Earthquakes in AmericaOver and over on the news, Americans are reminded of the active fault along California's coast: but historically, it is not the most destructive.
The AftershockJust when you think the dust has settled...
China Again with 232 Earthquakes Hit This Week!On August 30th, China experienced another earthquake totaling 232 earthquakes around the world for this week alone. The location of this latest earthquake in China is in the southwest part of the country - Sichuan and Yunnan.
Los Angeles Earthquake Reignites Fears of the 'Big One'The Los Angeles earthquake that occurred Tuesday, July 29 was relatively normal and minor compared to some earthquarkes in the past. And it is nothing compared to the earthquake scientists say is inevitably going to occur in the next 30 years or so...- Earthquake Wakes the MidwestEarly morning rumbling and shaking wakens many in the Midwest to an unusual phenomenon - an earthquake!
- Midwest Earthquakes Relatviely CommonsAt 4:36 a.m., Friday April 18, an earthquake, measuring 5.2 on the Richter Scale, shook the Midwestern United States. Throughout my day, I have seen the direct effects of the earthquake.
- Another Major Earthquake in California PredictedCalifornia braces for a major earthquake expected before 2038.
The History of Unlikely Earthquakes in the U.S.Education about earthquakes (as well as budgets to get us prepared) just isn't a top priority in America as it should be. These particular devastating earthquakes that once hit the east coast of the United States should be studied as much as the 1906 San Francisco quake...- Earthquakes After a Lunar EclipeseIs it coincidence?
- Comparing the Chile EarthquakeA major earthquake struck northern Chile today 11-14-07 at 12:40 pm local Chile time (7:40 am AmericanPacific Standard Time) knocking down power lines, closing roads and sending terrified residents away from hazard filled structures and into the streets.
- A Brief History of the SeismographThe very first device to accurately detect an earthquake goes all the way back to 2nd century China.
