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That particular swam of quakes isn't anything to worry about https://www.npr.org/2021/12/08/1062365995/50-earthquakes-hit-off-the-oregon-coast-but-scientists-sa
by thedigitalone 5y ago
That particular swam of quakes isn't anything to worry about
https://www.npr.org/2021/12/08/1062365995/50-earthquakes-hit-off-the-oregon-coast-but-scientists-say-theyre-no-great-shake https://www.npr.org/2021/12/08/1062365995/50-earthquakes-hit...
- q1w2 5y agoThis is the relevant bit... > The Blanco Fault Zone is a transform, or strike-slip, boundary; that means it's where tectonic plates slide along one another. The most dangerous and powerful faults are usually seen in subduction zones, where one plate dives beneath another. I was initially concerned about tsunamis - but this implies they don't occur on these types of fault lines. ...still... it's a good excuse to take a moment to think about preparedness. If you live on the coast - consider the most efficient inbound evacuation routes.
- miriam_catira 5y agoIt's still pretty epic to watch. https://earthquaketrack.com/r/coast-of-oregon/recent https://earthquaketrack.com/r/coast-of-oregon/recent ...and a good reminder to make sure your water heater / stacked laundry / fridge / etc is tied down properly...