Mexico City's local geology could amplify damage from moderate earthquakes
A recent swarm of small shallow earthquakes in Mexico City in 2019 and 2023 caused surprisingly strong ground shaking, ...
Earthquake rupture patterns reveal Mamara fault directs considerable seismic energy towards Istanbul
A new analysis of earthquake rupture directivity provides essential insights for seismic hazard and risk assessments in urban ...
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School of rock: Properties of rocks in fault zones contribute to earthquake generation
A study looking at a small region in Japan has shown that the properties of fault zone rocks really matter for the generation of earthquakes. Earthquakes occur along fault lines between ...
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What planting zone are you in? These detailed maps can help your garden flourish
A hardiness zone is a geographic area with a similar average minimum temperature. The map is based on the average annual extreme minimum temperature, so people in those areas know which plants can ...
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NDTV Explainer: Why Delhi Is Earthquake-Prone
Delhi is located in the Seismic Zone 4 which has a higher risk of earthquakes, according to the Delhi Disaster Management Authority. This zone has a fairly high seismicity where earthquakes ...