The first main earthquake hazard (danger) is the effect of ground shaking. Buildings can be damaged by the shaking itself or by the ground beneath them settling to a different level than it was before ...

Therefore, it is extremely critical to identify and eliminate non-structural hazards. In this lesson, students learn to both identify potential earthquake hazards associated with non-structural ...

But if you are outside, keep an eye out for hazards like fallen electrical lines, ruptured gas pipes, or precarious structures. Turn on the radio—perhaps one you stowed in your earthquake ...

There are a number of hazards caused by plate tectonics including earthquakes and tsunamis. Earthquakes have both primary effects (such as the destruction of buildings) and secondary effects (such ...

Save the Children’s emergency experts share 10 earthquake safety tips including what you can do before, during and after an earthquake. Explain to your child what could happen, using simple, ...

A 3.5 magnitude earthquake was reported near Fall City on Monday afternoon at 1:35 p.m., according to the U.S. Geological Survey’s earthquake hazards program. The quake’s epicenter was about 7 miles ...

Students participate in earthquake drills ... Aldrich said the biggest lesson was in revamping nuclear plant safety regulations. After the 2011 Fukushima meltdown, Japan was slow to restart ...