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Faults are tectonic plate boundaries. They are dangerous because when the plates rub together, push against each other, or pull apart from each other, they cause seismic activity which results in earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and other activity of that nature.

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What is the second largest fault line in the us?

Along the San Andrea's fault which runs along the California coast line and up into Alaska.


Can activity on one fault line affect another fault line?

Yes, there have been instances of an earthquake on one fault line can trigger one on anther fault. It is even suspected that the December 26, 2004 earthquake in Indonesia triggered a smaller earthquake in Alaska.


Is Iraq on the fault line?

Yes, Iraq is located near a major fault line known as the Zagros fault line, which is a geologic boundary between the Eurasian and Arabian tectonic plates. This fault line is responsible for seismic activity in the region, including earthquakes.


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What is the name of the Kobe japan fault?

The fault that caused the 1995 Kobe earthquake was the Nojima fault.


Where is the denali fault line?

The Denali Fault line is located in Alaska.


What fault line is San Francisco on?

San Andreas Fault Line


What is the name of the fault line in South America?

The San Andreas Fault is the fault line is South America.


When was the last squall line to affect the US?

The last squall line to affect the United States was on the 14th February 2014.


Why are earthquakes popular on the west side of the US?

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