Devastating Megathrust Earthquake Looming
Cascadia Subduction Zone Study Reveals Glaring Danger
June 11, 2024 - 7:30 AM
The long-feared megathrust magnitude nine earthquake has been identified as originating from the Juan de Fuca tectonic plate, according to a new study of the Cascadia subduction zone spanning from California to Vancouver Island.
Experts have warned for decades of the inevitability of a devastating superquake in the region.
The study commissioned by the city of Victoria in 2017 analyzed various earthquake types, including the imminent megathrust event.
Officials are closely monitoring an earthquake swarm currently occurring off the coast of British Columbia, which could potentially trigger the catastrophic quake.
A simulation created by the City of Vancouver depicts the potential impact of a 7.3-magnitude earthquake in the Georgia Strait, further highlighting the urgent need for preparedness.
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