Are all of these seismic events related? [more inside]
posted by Lord_Pall on Oct 13, 2009 - 7 answers

Satellite photos: what interesting features can be seen or measured in them (or other aerial photos), and where can I get a supply of images? [more inside]
posted by k. on Sep 30, 2009 - 12 answers

What would the national and global consequences be if the San Andreas Fault finally gave rise to 'The Big One'? [more inside]
posted by mooders on Sep 30, 2009 - 4 answers

I just heard a loud boom, and felt a shockwave rattle my trailer here in Santa Cruz, CA. My neighbors felt it too and were very curious. Could it have been an earthquake? [more inside]
posted by gavtaylor on Mar 4, 2009 - 20 answers

Earthquake insurance in California is pricey – it more than doubles insurance costs, with a very high deductible. MeFites who live in California, what have you chosen to do, and why? [more inside]
posted by quinoa on Nov 12, 2008 - 18 answers

How can I hang paintings/framed prints in earthquake country and keep them relatively safe? [more inside]
posted by autojack on Jun 10, 2008 - 10 answers

I'm hunting for an old photo or video of an underwater fault line that opened during an earthquake, causing a shallow bay to begin visibly draining into the earth. I know i've seen it and I'm not the only one: link. I suspect it was the 1964 Alaska quake but I'm not sure. If I recall correctly, it is black and white and was taken from a ship floating in the bay at the time. Either my google skills are failing me or I saw it on television and not online, but I'm specifically hoping to find something online. Thanks in advance for any help here.
posted by esome on Mar 6, 2008 - 10 answers

I'm looking for any information on a method of support for tall furniture (bookcases, etc) that doesn't involve attaching it to the wall, but instead goes from the top of the furniture to the ceiling and fixes it in place without drilling. Anyone out there have any ideas? [more inside]
posted by muscatlove on Jan 20, 2008 - 14 answers

What can I do to keep my LCD TV safe in an earthquake? [more inside]
posted by IvyMike on Aug 13, 2007 - 6 answers

Where can I find out about a recent (read 4:45 Pacific Time) Berkeley, CA earthquake? Any live surveying website available? (It was huge and I'm nervous for no rational reason)
posted by OrangeDrink on Jul 20, 2007 - 25 answers

Seismologists: how likely is a major Pacific Northwest earthquake? The Canadian Geological Survey seems to think a big quake is likely. The Pacific Geoscience Center thinks the probability went up, but is still very low. [more inside]
posted by b1tr0t on Feb 5, 2007 - 5 answers

Anyone know anything about seismic upgrades? We own a 40 year old house in the SF Bay Area, love it, and plan to live in it for years and years to come. However, it's a 1.5 story house built against a hill, with the majority of the house sitting above a two car garage. There's... [more inside]
posted by mosk on Dec 24, 2006 - 2 answers

I want to retrofit my early-60's rambler so it's less likely to kill me during an earthquake (and so I can get earthquake insurance). Any recommendations for companies or contractors in the Seattle area?
posted by The corpse in the library on Oct 18, 2006 - 4 answers

Hawaii has had an earthquake. I need some info sources for a friend there who is still able to get thru (to NJ) by phone. Toss me anything useful you've got and I'll do a quick sort and pass on whatever she needs. Many thanks in advance!
posted by realjanetkagan on Oct 15, 2006 - 10 answers

How often can you feel small earthquakes in Southern California? My girlfriend thinks I'm crazy, but I'm often convinced I've felt a small earthquake. Are there degrees of earthquake perception for different people? [more inside]
posted by SBMike on Oct 13, 2006 - 27 answers

How much should I worry about earthquakes when looking at apartments in Seattle? [more inside]
posted by clarahamster on Jul 6, 2006 - 16 answers

I just bought a house in St. Louis. Earthquake coverage or no?
posted by pieoverdone on Dec 28, 2005 - 13 answers

Disaster filter: So, I live in an earthquake zone and am looking for a new apartment. What floor should I live on? [more inside]
posted by MrC on Dec 7, 2005 - 15 answers

Doug Copp advocates finding a Triangle of Life and gives up to 10 tips for an earthquake situation that will ensure maximum survival of the people involved. But his findings and tips has been discredited by the American Red Cross (ARC) who sees it as challenge to their "Drop, Cover and Hold On" safety advice as applied to its use in USA. It said that buildings in the States are constructed to a higher standard which makes the DC&HO method , the one to use. I would have thought if the standards are all that stringent , finding a triangle of life would be much easier and ensure a greater survival quotient in the States, if it was the drilled into the students. [more inside]
posted by kryptos on Oct 11, 2005 - 4 answers

Is there a big earthquake in California's near future? [more inside]
posted by billysumday on Jun 16, 2005 - 27 answers

I'm sure you've all heard the news that thousands are dead in Asia after a massive earthquake struck near Indonesia. My brother is among the missing and we're desperately trying to find out if he's OK. If you're in the region or have experience with contacting loved ones after an event like this, please read on. I need your help [more inside]
posted by blockhead on Dec 26, 2004 - 21 answers

How do I keep my tall bookshelves from falling over during an earthquake? [More inside] [more inside]
posted by amery on Nov 15, 2004 - 12 answers