Jessica Hodge+FollowScientists Just Drilled Into a Tsunami Fault!Imagine drilling 7km under the sea just to grab a piece of the fault that caused the 2011 Japan mega-earthquake and tsunami. That’s exactly what a team of 60 scientists did, pulling up deep-sea cores that could reveal how these monster quakes get triggered. They even installed a high-tech observatory to watch the fault in real time. This could totally change how we predict and prepare for tsunamis worldwide. Wild, right? #Science #earthquake #tsunami70Share
Zachary Gutierrez+FollowCanada’s ‘Sleeping’ Fault Could Wake Up Big TimeTurns out, a massive fault line in northern Canada that’s been snoozing for 12,000 years might not be as harmless as we thought. Scientists just found evidence it’s had some serious quakes in the past—and it could do it again. The Tintina Fault is long, hidden, and could pack a punch over magnitude 7.5. It’s not even on Canada’s official earthquake risk map yet. Time to rethink what we know about “quiet” faults! #Science #earthquake #Canada10Share
Patrick Simmons+FollowA Russian quake shakes up Nevada’s rarest fishAn earthquake off Russia, thousands of miles away, sent 10-inch waves through Devils Hole in Nevada—home to the world’s rarest fish, the Devils Hole pupfish. These tiny, colorful fish have survived in this isolated cavern for up to 20,000 years, but their population recently dropped from 191 to just 38. Biologists say the quake’s disturbance was minor and might even boost spawning, but after two earlier quakes this year, people are worried. It’s wild to think global events can ripple into such a hidden, fragile ecosystem. What do you think—should we be more concerned about these rare species? #Science #DevilsHolePupfish #Earthquake232Share
kimberly31+FollowAncient Monasteries Shaken in GreeceDid you hear about the earthquakes rocking Mount Athos? This secluded Greek peninsula, home to centuries-old Orthodox monasteries, just took a major hit. The Monastery of Xenophon, built in the 10th century, now has severe cracks in its dome and damaged frescoes. Restoration crews are rushing in, but it’s wild to think these sacred sites have survived so much—until now. Fingers crossed the repairs can save these pieces of history! #MountAthos #Earthquake #History #Religion90Share
Patrick Simmons+FollowUnderwater Volcano Might Blow—Like, Tomorrow?Apparently, the Axial Seamount—an underwater volcano off Oregon—could erupt as soon as tomorrow, and scientists are on edge. Magma is pushing up, earthquakes are spiking, and the seafloor is bulging (not a good sign). Last time it erupted, there were thousands of quakes and massive lava flows, but experts say coastal towns are safe. Still, if this thing goes off, we’re talking 10,000 quakes in a day! Wild how something so intense can happen and we might not even notice above water. #VolcanoWatch #ScienceNews #AxialSeamount #Earthquake #NatureIsWild #Science21843Share
Patrick Simmons+FollowUnderwater Volcano Might Blow—Like, Tomorrow?Scientists are on edge because the Axial Seamount, a massive underwater volcano off Oregon, could erupt any day now—maybe even tomorrow! The seafloor’s bulging, earthquakes are ramping up, and magma’s on the move. Last time it blew, there were thousands of quakes and crazy lava flows, but don’t worry—it's so deep and far out, we won’t feel a thing on land. Still, the idea of a surprise eruption is wild! #VolcanoWatch #AxialSeamount #ScienceNews #Earthquake #PacificNorthwest #Science346Share
