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What California city was the first to experience a major earthquake?
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∙ 14y ago
Wrightwood, CA, back in 1812.
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When do scientist predict the next major earthquake will occur in California?
Sometime in the 30 year span of 2010-2040scientists are predicting that southern California will be the location of a major earthquake that measures at least 67 on the Richter scale.
Where is a major earthquake most likely to occur?
Along the San Andreas Fault in California is one likely place for an earthquake.
Why shouldn't you live in California?
Some people have actually left California because of the fear of a major earthquake. This is a real concern and geologists agree that a devastating earthquake is always possible.
Which coastal area is mostly to experience a major earthquake?
the west coast of North America
Why does CA have more earthquake than FL?
California lies on a major fault line.
Why is a major earthquake in California likely to occur in the near future?
It's on a fault line
How do California and Nevada compare in possible severity of earthquake damage?
They can compare because there is a 3 in both of the states which means major earthquake damage.
What California city was heavily damaged in the severe earthquake of 1989?
The 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake caused major damage to San Francisco.
Where do most earthquake occur in California?
Earthquakes can occur almost anywhere in southern California, but are usually located in areas on major fault lines.
When did California had the earthquake?
The first strong earthquake listed in earthquake annals for California occurred in the Los Angeles, California in 1769. The major earthquake affecting California were in between 1769 and 1989.
Is it predicted that there will be an earthquake in California?
Yes. Earthquakes are a common occurrence in California, and some of the faults have been known to produce major earthquakes. It is inevitable that more major earthquakes will strike California in the future, but there is no way of knowing when or where they will be centered.
When was Californias last major occurrence?
The most recent significant California earthquake was the 1994 Northridge earthquake, magnitude 6.7, which killed around 60 people. The last earthquake above magnitude 7 in California was the 1999 Hector Mine earthquake, magnitude 7.1. There were no deaths due to it occurring in the middle of the Mojave desert.
