Earthquakes have the power to devastate entire communities—a little advanced notice could make a world of difference with an impending earthquake. So why can't they be predicted? Join Rose Bear Don't Walk for a new episode of SciShow, and take a dive into the world of earthquake science!
Earthquake preparation links: https://www.usgs.gov/natural-hazards/earthquake-hazards/science/prepare?qt-science_center_objects=0#qt-science_center_objects
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Original episodes:
Can We Predict Earthquakes? - https://youtu.be/gFB-qpiKccs
Can Animals Predict Earthquakes? - https://youtu.be/oSRQvyojOL8
The “Devil’s Staircase” Shows Why Earthquakes Are Hard to Predict - https://youtu.be/dRRZkj-nBJY
The Future of Earthquake-Proof Buildings - https://youtu.be/yJXjcCUpzeY
Are We Overdue for a Megaquake? - https://youtu.be/4DtsYqCPZI4