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uring an earthquake houses and opther bulding gets torn down. so all the electrical things are being disruptued. you would have gases in the house due to wires under the house breaking. so the gases get to close to the uncontained electricity and sparks. which starts the fire
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How much is earthquake insurance in Sacramento California?
It depends on a few factors, such as the value of your home and the % of deductible you choose. These deductibles are much higher than your home insurance policy. This is simply because earthquakes do not happen as often as Fires do and therefore its harder to estimate replacement costs.
Where does earthquake occur often?
Most come through California or islands on the west coast.
What can you predict of when and where an earthquake will occur?
The most recent major earthquake occured near Haiti. Earthquakes occur most often in seismically active regions, most often the South Pacific around the so called "Pacific Ring of Fire", and any region where continental plates interact.
What place on earth surface directly above the hypocenter?
The place on the Earth's surface directly above the hypocenter of an earthquake is called the epicenter. This point is located vertically above the origin of the earthquake, where seismic waves first originate. The epicenter is often used to report the location of an earthquake, as it indicates the geographic area most affected by the shaking.
How often do earthquakes occur in Illinois?
I'm not too sure, but I know that is isn't very often.
Is fire a major problem after earthquake?
Yes, fire can be a major problem after an earthquake due to gas leaks, damaged electrical systems, and overturned flammable materials. It can spread quickly and be difficult to contain, adding to the overall devastation caused by the earthquake.
foreshock?
is a small earthquake that often precedes a major earthquake
Fore shock?
Is a small earthquake that often precedes a major earthquake.
Where a major earthquake has happened in the past is called?
A major earthquake that has happened in the past is often referred to as a seismic event or a historic earthquake. The specific location where the earthquake occurred is known as the earthquake's epicenter.
A major earthquake often generate smaller earthquake called?
These smaller earthquakes are called aftershocks. Aftershocks can often be as strong as the earthquake its self and there can be many.
Compare and contrast aftershocks and foreshocks?
An aftershock is a small earthquake that follows the main earthquake, while a foreshock is a small earthquake that often precedes, leads to, a major earthquake.
Does letting small fires burn prevent forest fires?
yes as it is often used as a bridge to prevent major fires from spreading althought any kind of fire near trees is a general bad idea
Movements following a major earthquake often produce smaller earthquakes called?
Aftershock
What earthquakes that immediately follow a major earthquake shock?
Earthquakes that occur in the same area as a major earthquake are often referred to as aftershocks. Aftershocks can happen minutes to years after the mainshock and are caused by the readjustment of the earth's crust in response to the initial earthquake. These aftershocks can sometimes be just as powerful as the mainshock.
How can eels live?
They often don't, which is a major problem in society today
Is a fire a secondary effect of earthquakes?
Fire is often, but not always a secondary effect of earthquakes. If the earthquake strikes a populated area, it is likely to break natural gas pipes, and to cause other damage in human structures that will result in fires. In an unpopulated region, an earthquake may not cause a fire.
What are 6 seasonal fires that occur and ways to prevent them?
Forest fires are often "seasonal" in nature.
