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San Andreas Fault seismic risk assessment
Scientists are raising concerns about increased earthquake risk along California's San Andreas Fault, citing unusual seismic patterns and issuing warnings about potential catastrophic impacts. Multiple studies suggest the possibility of a major magnitude earthquake could cause devastating damage and economic losses across the West Coast.
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San Andreas FaultWest CoastSouthern CaliforniaScientists/seismic researchers
2026-08-03
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- 'The Big One' earthquake in California along San Andreas fault could hit sooner than later, study suggests
- 'The Big One' earthquake in California along San Andreas fault could hit sooner than later, study suggests
- 'The Big One' earthquake in California along San Andreas fault could hit sooner than later, study suggests
- 'The Big One' earthquake in California along San Andreas fault could hit sooner than later, study suggests