MEGA-EARTHQUAKE! Scientists worried about the San Andreas Fault in the USA!

Earthquake ahead! Scientists are watching with concern the awakening of the San Andreas Fault in California. This region is known for experiencing a magnitude 6 earthquake about every 22 years, the last one being in 2004. Scientists use these regular quakes to collect seismic data and identify potential precursors of future earthquakes. A new study suggests that this section of the fault is becoming active again, although typical seismic precursors are currently lacking. The study's leader, Luca Malagnini, observed changes in the attenuation of high-frequency waves before the last earthquake, indicating stress and cracking in the rock. These findings could help better predict future earthquakes. Despite the lack of clear signs, researchers believe that another earthquake could occur in this region soon.

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Sources:
https://phys.org/news/2024-04-seismologists-earthquake-san-andreas-fault.html
https://www.popularmechanics.com/science/environment/a60446388/san-andreas-fault/