San Andreas Fault

California rain could shed light on what causes earthquakes

In recent weeks, California has experienced unusually heavy rainfall. California is also earthquake-prone, hosting the great San Andreas fault zone.

7 years ago

Central Valley farming boosts earth­quake risk

Geologists say groundwater use for agriculture is increasing the risk of earthquakes on the San Andreas fault.

10 years ago

Califor­nians united by our fault

Scientists are studying whether a massive quake could strike both Northern and Southern California in one fell swoop.

11 years ago

Earthquake early warning system still years away

What could you do with 15 seconds warning of a big earthquake? How about a minute?

12 years ago

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