An earthquake lasted 50 days, but no one felt it. Here's why.February 12, 2019 – “You could call them phantom quakes,” one geologist says of the tectonic phenomena known as slow slip events.
A tectonic plate is dying under Oregon. Here’s why that matters.July 29, 2019 – A peek into the curious geology of the Pacific Northwest helps tease apart what may happen when the last bits of an oceanic plate get swallowed up.
Can earthquakes trigger volcano eruptions? Here's the science.January 14, 2019 – Possible links between these two geologic titans have long fascinated—and divided—scientists. Here’s what the latest studies have to say.
Rugged 'mountains' taller than Everest lurk deep inside EarthMarch 25, 2019 – Revealed by powerful earthquakes, the subterranean structures offer exciting new clues to why our planet is a chemical oddball.
Deadly earthquake traveled at 'supersonic' speeds—why that mattersFebruary 04, 2019 – A powerful temblor in Indonesia offered a detailed look at supershear, a phenomenon that can create the geologic version of a sonic boom.
First 'marsquake' detected by NASA landerApril 23, 2019 – It's the first tremor on the red planet ever recorded—and almost certainly not the last.
Strange waves rippled around Earth. Now we may know why.May 21, 2019 – An “exceptional phenomenon” near the tiny islands of Mayotte may help explain a low-frequency rumble that swept around the world last year.
Why Indonesia's 'volcano tsunami' gave little to no warningDecember 23, 2018 – Unlike past disasters triggered by earthquakes, this week's deadly tsunami was likely sparked by unrest of the Anak Krakatau volcano.
Devastating quakes are priming the Himalaya for a mega-disasterJanuary 17, 2019 – Moderate earthquakes aren’t releasing enough stress along the region’s faults. They’re actually making it worse.
No, World Cup Fans Didn't Trigger an Earthquake. Here's Why.June 18, 2018 – Mexico's win over Germany rocked Mexico City. But not literally.
Can Tagged Birds Predict Coming Earthquakes?June 26, 2018 – A program called ICARUS will monitor their reactions from the International Space Station.
Why a powerful Alaska earthquake cracked roads but should cause few fatalitiesNovember 30, 2018 – The magnitude 7 temblor struck near Anchorage, but the state is no stranger to geologic hazards.
Why Alaska Is Uniquely Prone to Earthquakes and TsunamisJanuary 23, 2018 – Today’s earthquake and subsequent tsunami warning is a reminder that the region is a hub for intense seismic activity.
Strange waves rippled around the world, and nobody knows whyNovember 28, 2018 – Instruments picked up the seismic waves more than 10,000 miles away—but bizarrely, nobody felt them.
New Mars lander safely touches down. What happens now?November 26, 2018 – NASA's InSight lander has reached the optimal spot for getting to the heart of the red planet.
The Science of Indonesia's Surprise TsunamiOctober 01, 2018 – Dozens of earthquakes rocked the region, but a tsunami didn't seem imminent. Then the massive waves began crashing in.
