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If You Lived At The Time Of The Great San Francisco Earthquake (If You.) by Ellen Levine, 1992-07-01 The Great Earthquake and Firestorms of 1906: How San Francisco Nearly Destroyed Itself by Philip L. Fradkin, 2006-04-03 Tori Amos Little Earthquakes by Tori Amos, 1992-10-01 The Coming Economic Earthquake We Are the Earthquake Generation by Jeffrey Goodman, 1987-01-01 The Next New Madrid Earthquake: A Survival Guide for the Midwest (Shawnee Books) by William Atkinson, 1989-06-19 Forces of Nature: The Awesome Power of Volcanoes, Earthquakes, and Tornadoes. National Geographic by Catherine O'Neill Grace, 2004-06-01 Volcanoes and Earthquakes in Action (Early Reader Pop-Ups) by Marianne Borgardt, 1993-09 Wind and Earthquake Resistant Buildings: Structural Analysis and Design (Civil and Environmental Engineering) by Bungale S. Taranath, 2004-12-15 Earthquake at Dawn (Great Episodes) by Kristiana Gregory, 2003-09-01 8.6: The Great Alaska Earthquake March 27, 1964 by Stan Cohen, 1995-03 Fundamental Concepts of Earthquake Engineering by Roberto Villaverde, 2009-01-16 Earthquakes: Science & Society (2nd Edition) by David S. Brumbaugh, 2009-03-27 Earthquake Resurrection: Supernatural Catalyst for the Coming Global Catastrophe by David W. Lowe, 2005-09-17

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41. Earthquakes! — Infoplease.com
    Learn about how often earthquakes occur, what causes them, the difference between intensity and magnitude, and about tsunamis.  
    http://www.infoplease.com/spot/earthquake1.html
    
    Extractions: Earthquakes in residential areas, such as this 1964 one in Seward, Alaska, can cause unparalleled damage to life and property. There are thousands upon thousands of earthquakes annually, ranging on average from 18 major quakes to more than 2 million very minor ones per year (approximately 8,000 per day). On average, we can expect one exceptionally big one (with a magnitude of 8 or higher) each year.

42. Earthquakes In BC
    Find the causes, effects of the earthquakes in British Columbia. Includes photos of the aftermath from the 1946-earthquake and describes the ways to measure earthquakes.  
    http://www.em.gov.bc.ca/Mining/Geolsurv/Surficial/quake/
    
    Extractions: Earthquakes in BC Earthquakes in British Columbia British Columbia experiences an earthquake every day, but only a small number of these quakes are noticeable and even fewer result in damage. View of landslide on Mount Colonel Foster triggered by the June 23, 1946 Vancouver Island earthquake (photo courtesy of the Geological Survey of Canada). Several major earthquakes have hit B.C. in the last 100 years and there is a very good chance we will experience large earthquakes in the future. We live in a high-risk zone because of the geological processes that take place within the crust of the Earth in B.C. Plates in the Earth's surface shift to produce earthquakes and the science of geology can help determine which ground types will be most affected by a quake. An important step in ensuring your own safety is to understand the answers to the following questions: What causes earthquakes? How big are earthquakes? Where do they occur? What is a megathrust earthquake? ... How can geology be used to minimize risk? Note:

43. Armageddon Online - Earthquakes
    earthquakes cause millions in damage and take thousands of lives each year  
    http://www.armageddononline.org/earthquake.php

44. Earthquakes In Indiana
    Peruse the causes of Indiana earthquakes. Describes the aftermath of the strongest earthquakes occurred and the preparation to reduce its effects.  
    http://igs.indiana.edu/geology/earthquakes/eqInIndiana/index.cfm
    
    Extractions: hs.graphicsDir = '/highslide/graphics/'; hs.outlineType = 'rounded-white'; by Jeff Kirby Yes! The Hoosier state has trembled in the wake of earth waves generated by powerful earthquakes in the past, and will, no doubt, tremble again in quakes that are yet to come. These pages briefly describe earthquakes in our past, what causes our earthquakes, what is being done to reduce losses that will result from future quakes, and what you should do before, during, and after an earthquake. When the people living in and near the town of New Madrid in what is now southeastern Missouri went to bed on the night of December 15, 1811, they had no way of knowing that during the pre-dawn hours of the following morning they would be jarred from their peaceful slumber by shock waves that rippled through the earth with such force that buildings collapsed, trees toppled, and the Mississippi River changed course. The explosive force that shattered the stillness of that serene setting was one of the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded in North America. During the next two months, the area would be rocked by three more quakes as powerful as the first (one just six hours after the first) and hundreds of smaller ones. The larger quakes shook the earth with enough force to cause church bells to ring in Washington, D.C. They were felt in Indiana and were even felt a thousand miles away in New Hampshire.

45. Earthquakes
    Easier An earthquake makes the ground move or shake. These natural events can cause massive damage and destruction.  
    http://www.42explore.com/quakes.htm
    
    Extractions: The Topic: Earthquakes Easier - An earthquake makes the ground move or shake. These natural events can cause massive damage and destruction. The study of earthquakes is called seismology. Harder - An earthquake is caused by sudden, violent shifting of massive rocks called plates under the earth's surface. This movement of the plates releases stress that accumulates along geologic faults. A fault is a deep crack that marks the boundary between two of these plates. Earthquake belts occur along faults around the world. Many run along coastal areas. The San Andreas fault in central California is well-known for causing severe earthquakes. The epicenter is the point on the surface where the earthquake is the strongest. The Richter scale is used to measure the amount of energy released by the earthquake. The severity of an earthquake runs from to 9 on this scale. Small tremors occur constantly, but every few months a major earthquake occurs somewhere in the world. Scientists are researching ways to predict earthquakes, but their predictions are not always accurate. National Earthquake Information Center (Dept. of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey, Golden, Colorado)

46. Earthquake Image Archives
    Pictures taken immediately after earthquakes in Japan, Taiwan, the Philippines and Turkey, from 1992 onwards, collected by M.Yoshimine.  
    http://geot.civil.metro-u.ac.jp/archives/eq/

47. Mexico - Earthquakes
    Mexico Table of Contents. Situated atop three of the large tectonic plates that constitute the earth's surface, Mexico is one of the most seismologically active  
    http://countrystudies.us/mexico/49.htm
    
    Extractions: Earthquakes Mexico Table of Contents Situated atop three of the large tectonic plates that constitute the earth's surface, Mexico is one of the most seismologically active regions on earth. The motion of these plates causes earthquakes and volcanic activity. Areas off Mexico's coastline on the Gulf of California, including the Baja California Peninsula, are riding northwestward on the Pacific plate. Rather than one plate subducting, the Pacific and North American plates grind past each other, creating a slip fault that is the southern extension of the San Andreas fault in California. Motion along this fault in the past pulled Baja California away from the coast, creating the Gulf of California. Continued motion along this fault is the source of earthquakes in western Mexico. Mexico has a long history of destructive earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. In September 1985, an earthquake measuring 8.1 on the Richter scale and centered in the subduction zone off Acapulco killed more than 4,000 people in

48. HowStuffWorks "How Earthquakes Work"
    earthquakes shake our world every 11 seconds. Find out what causes earthquakes, how fault lines work and learn how earthquakes are monitored.  
    http://science.howstuffworks.com/nature/natural-disasters/earthquake.htm
    
    Extractions: HSW.sm.loadPageInfo(8549); OAS_AD('TopBanner'); HowStuffWorks Next Page by Tom Harris Cite This! Close Please copy/paste the following text to properly cite this HowStuffWorks article: Introduction to How Earthquakes Work Earthquake Facts Plate Tectonics Faults ... See all Natural Disasters articles 10 Ways The World Will End Videos Natural Disasters Image Gallery Family members gather at the remains of the collapsed Juyuan middle school, where six children died in Dujiangyan, in southwest China Sichuan province on May 12, 2008, after an earthquake measuring 7.8 rocked the province. See more pictures of natural disasters An earthquake is one of the most terrifying phenomena that nature can whip up. We generally think of the ground we stand on as "rock-solid" and completely stable. An earthquake can shatter that perception instantly, and often with extreme violence. Up until relatively recently, scientists only had unsubstantiated guesses as to what actually caused earthquakes. Even today there is still a certain amount of mystery surrounding them, but scientists have a much clearer understanding.

49. IRIS Seismic Monitor
    Recent earthquakes or seismic events, are displayed on an interactive earthquake map server GMT educational WILBER seismicity observation map of earthquakes stations fdsn  
    http://www.iris.edu/seismon/

50. Volcanoes, Earthquakes, Hurricanes, Tornadoes—Forces Of Nature: Science, Maps, P
    Explore the science behind volcanoes and earthquakes, and then make your own! Delve into the forces of nature3 D models, photos, case studies, videos, and more.  
    http://www.nationalgeographic.com/forcesofnature/interactive/index.html?section=

51. CDC Earthquakes
    Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Your Online Source for Credible Health Information  
    http://emergency.cdc.gov/disasters/earthquakes/

52. Earthquakes
    Find out all about earthquakes, history, where they are most likely to happen, how they happen, and what to do about them. Visit ReadinessInfo.com.  
    http://www.readinessinfo.com/
    
    Extractions: Welcome to All About Earthquakes ! Earthquakes have sparked man's curiosity since ancient times. They have also disrupted lives, destroyed great monuments and cities and created great tidal waves. After a brief tour of this site, you should know all about earthquakes. You can navigate through the site by clicking on the page link to the left that interests you most. Or you can visit the entire site by clicking on the "next page" links at the bottom of each page. At the All About Earthquakes site you will learn the history of earthquakes . We will talk about some of the great disasters of history, and how men have viewed earthquakes throughout the ages. The Science of Earthquakes has had many recent advances with new theories on plate tectonics and subduction. In this section, you will find out how earthquakes work. Many places around the world are subject to earthquakes, some more so than others. We'll show you where the danger areas are. What should you do about earthquakes? Of course, there is no stopping an earthquake, but you can be prepared for the event. We will tell you what you should do to prepare for an earthquake (including what to have on hand, GPS device waterfilters , radios, food and water), how to survive an earthquake and, finally, what you should do when the shaking stops.

53. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Page
    This page is provides answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) concerning earthquakes and seismology  
    http://earthquakescanada.nrcan.gc.ca/gen_info/faq_e.php

54. Earthquakes In Japan
    About earthquakes in Japan. Have you ever been to Tokyo's Tsukiji Market? No. I am not interested. No, but I am interested to go.  
    http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2116.html

55. Earthquakes
    Learn about earthquake engineering and the science of seismic design. Find information about famous earthquakes, learn how buildings are designed to help withstand earthquake  
    http://architecture.about.com/od/earthquakes/Earthquakes.htm
    
    Extractions: zWASL=1 zGL='0';zGR='ca-about-radlink'; zJs=10 zJs=11 zJs=12 zJs=13 zc(5,'jsc',zJs,9999999,'') zDO=0 Home Architecture Search Great Buildings Disasters and Collapses Learn about earthquake engineering and the science of seismic design. Find information about famous earthquakes, learn how buildings are designed to help withstand earthquake damage, see photos of earthquake damage, and browse research and statistics related to earthquakes. In late 1997, the National Science Foundation in the United States funded three institutions devoted to earthquake safety, in California, Illinois, and New York. Our Guide to Geology explains what these organizations do. zSB(3,3) No structure can withstand the powerful force of a major quake, but for communities on fault lines, monolithic domes are becoming a prudent choice. Just as these concrete shell buildings can withstand tornadoes and hurricane force winds, they appear to provide remarkable strength during earthquakes. An introduction to the concepts and principles of seismic design, including strategies for designing earthquake-resistant buildings, from the National Institute of Building Sciences.

56. Earthquakes
    Surfnetkids.com recommends five earthquakes websites. As a Californian, my life has been punctuated by earthquakes. My earliest temblor memory is the 1971 Sylmar quake. On that  
    http://www.surfnetkids.com/earthquakes.htm

57. Earthquakes - General Interest Publication
    Graphics and Text Version. earthquakes. by Kaye M. Shedlock Louis C. Pakiser One of the most frightening and destructive phenomena of nature is a severe earthquake and its  
    http://pubs.usgs.gov/gip/earthq1/earthqkgip.html
    
    Extractions: Graphics and Text Version One of the most frightening and destructive phenomena of nature is a severe earthquake and its terrible aftereffects. An earthquake is a sudden movement of the Earth, caused by the abrupt release of strain that has accumulated over a long time. For hundreds of millions of years, the forces of plate tectonics have shaped the Earth as the huge plates that form the Earth's surface slowly move over, under, and past each other. Sometimes the movement is gradual. At other times, the plates are locked together, unable to release the accumulating energy. When the accumulated energy grows strong enough, the plates break free. If the earthquake occurs in a populated area, it may cause many deaths and injuries and extensive property damage. Today we are challenging the assumption that earthquakes must present an uncontrollable and unpredictable hazard to life and property. Scientists have begun to estimate the locations and likelihoods of future damaging earthquakes. Sites of greatest hazard are being identified, and definite progress is being made in designing structures that will withstand the effects of earthquakes. The scientific study of earthquakes is comparatively new. Until the 18th century, few factual descriptions of earthquakes were recorded, and the natural cause of earthquakes was little understood. Those who did look for natural causes often reached conclusions that seem fanciful today; one popular theory was that earthquakes were caused by air rushing out of caverns deep in the Earth's interior.

58. Earthquakes - News - Science - The New York Times
    News about earthquakes. Commentary and archival information about earthquakes from The New York Times.  
    http://topics.nytimes.com/topics/news/science/topics/earthquakes/index.html

59. Triggering Of Earthquakes
    Statistical research on the fluctuation of the planetary gravitational field and triggering of earthquakes. This correlation theory could be an element of a probability based forecasting of earthquakes.  
    http://www.zunds-institut.de/earthquakes/

60. The World-Wide Earthquake Locator
    The Edinburgh Earth Observatory provides up-to-date information and detailed dynamic maps of earthquakes across the world within 24 hours of their occurrence. Also includes a database of past earthquakes, an animation of the past month s earthquakes, and statistical earthquake prediction.  
    http://tsunami.geo.ed.ac.uk/local-bin/quakes/mapscript/home.pl
    
    Extractions: The World-Wide Earthquake Locator aims to provide up-to-date information and detailed dynamic maps of earthquakes across the world within a maximum of 24 hours of their occurence. This web site also includes a database of past earthquakes, an animation of the past month's earthquakes, and statistical earthquake prediction. The World-Wide Earthquake Locator was originally developed by Bruce Gittings of the School of GeoScience at the University of Edinburgh in 1995 and it became an early illustration of a real-time Geographical Information System which makes use the internet World-Wide Web and the internet to map dynamic phenomena.

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