Association of Bay Area Governments supplies hazard maps, news updates, safety suggestions and learning activities for the general public.
Online tutorial covers plate tectonics, Richter magnitude, and earthquake effects. With informative diagrams.
Get information on current seismic activity along with loads of earthquake data.
Find images, recent information, probability, preparedness tips, FAQ and details on resources from the United States Geological Survey.
Hints on what to do before, during and after an earthquake, including forms to help organize in advance.
Read about the latest news on earthquake prediction methods and why there is an urgent need for more research and funding.
Earthquake resource features a real-time seismic cam, global relief maps, quake reports, earthquake history and a home preparedness guide.
Discover newsgroups, conferences databases and organizations that specialize in earthquakes and geotechnical engineering.
Resources from an introductory geology class cover plate tectonics, seismic waves, Richter magnitude and the Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale.
Presents a section of earthquake-related news stories, supplies links to related resources, and includes a site search function.
Get an idea of what to do before, during, and after an earthquake.
Explains how the Modified Mercalli scale measures earthquake intensity. Compares the numbers to ways in which persons would feel the earthquakes.
Read a basic definition of this volcanic rock that forms along fault lines throughout the world. Includes links to related Web resources.
Describes the large scale friction between the earth's mantel. Find photos, research and past quakes.
Check out a scientific definition of this term used to refer to metamorphic rock that forms along convergent boundaries or subduction zones.
Offers a definition of this earthshaking field and describes research techniques and applications.
General overview addresses such topics as measuring earthquakes, personal preparation, and New Mexico earthquakes. Includes a list of links.
Guide to Northwest Coast earthquake safety provides preparation suggestions and explains what to do after an earthquake strikes.
Peruse the "San Francisco Chronicle" guide to getting ready for the big one. Includes a guide to the Bay Area's Geology and home safety tips.
Explains the Richter scale, which measures seismic energy. Offers a quick explanation as well as a more detailed scientific clarification.
Find articles, photos and multimedia presentations from this PBS television series on earthquakes, volcanoes and tsunamis.
Provides links to earthquake reports and glossaries. Also contains books and seismic maps for sale.
Explore animations, reports and maps that illustrate recent and historic earthquakes in Southern California.
Directory links to Web pages with original seismic data or seismic research information. Take a global approach, or browse by region.
Learn about structural changes for the home and preparedness measures that reduce earthquake damage. Includes a seismic retrofit training manual.
Peruse links to Web sites that contain updates of earthquakes and volcanic activity around the world.
U.S. Geological Survey resource covers earthquake hazards, earthquake preparedness, and safer structures, engineering and building codes.