Study finds seismic stress building on California faults, raising risk of major Los Angeles earthquake
By
Matthew Cappucci
Pale and squishy. Not ruined, just not done.
Summary
A recent study published in Advancing Earth and Space Sciences reveals that seismic stress is accumulating on key faults near the greater Los Angeles metro area, with some sections reaching peak levels. Researchers analyzed 1,000 years of paleoseismic data and identified what they call an "earthquake gate" lurking northeast of the city, suggesting an increased risk of a major quake in the years ahead.
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researchers are calling an 'earthquake gate' lurking just northeast of the city
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