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Anticipating Earthquakes

Posted by michael on from the san-andreas dept.

dnahelix writes "Science @ NASA reports 'High above Earth where seismic waves never reach, satellites may be able to detect earthquakes--before they strike.'"

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  1. Errr...quakes affect the east coast, too by godot42a · · Score: 4, Interesting

    Ever heard about the Northern Appalachian Seismic Zone?

    It's just not as densely populated as California.

  2. Re:Then what? by confused+one · · Score: 5, Interesting

    The idea is for everyone to have a (precious) few minutes to get to shelter, clear off the roads, etc. That's all. Think of it like the tornado warnings in the central part of the U.S. When the siren goes off, everyone knows it's time to head for the cellar...

  3. Re:California centric by Ark42 · · Score: 4, Interesting

    I dunno, I thought there was somewhat of a history of quakes around the mississippi. They happen less frequently but on a larger scale or something.

    Check out this image of damage done by similar quakes: http://quake.wr.usgs.gov/prepare/factsheets/NewMad rid/Charleston1895.gif

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