Will California Ever Fall Into the Ocean?
Probably not, but the history behind that rumor is fascinating.
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Earthquakes
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Is Lake Kivu Set to Explode?
Saving the lake—and the two million people who live on its shores—will require something miraculous: a bilateral partnership between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Why Earthquake-Resistant Cell Phone Towers Are Worth the Money
It's not necessarily a life-or-death service, but those anti-quake towers bolster morale—and the economy.
Rebuilding After Tragedy
A complicated blend of economics, culture, and infrastructure make it hard to find any right way to restore a city after disaster.
How Social Media Can Help Natural-Disaster Victims
It's a lot of information overload, but there's some useful stuff in there too.
The Wrong Way to Take Cover
Don't believe the Triangle of Life: Earthquake survival is far more complex than seeking a small triangular space in the debris.
We Can Now Detect Earthquakes From Space—and Maybe Venusquakes Too
Quakes may offer scientific clues about planets' interiors.
The Earthquake Experiment: An Outside Reading List
A short list of the stories we wish we’d written.
How Do Outsiders Respond to Natural Disasters?
Research shows that it's hard to get people to worry about future disasters.