The San Andreas Fault Line

The video discusses the San Andreas Fault, which runs through California and poses a significant earthquake risk to cities like Los Angeles. Despite quake-resistant designs, predicting large earthquakes remains challenging. The southern section of the fault has been inactive for over 300 years, increasing the likelihood of a major quake. Researchers use supercomputers to model fault line activity and predict future quakes. Historical data shows that a quake similar to the one in 1690 could cause significant damage today due to increased population density.

What makes large cities in California vulnerable to damage?

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What are quake resistant design principles used for?

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What is the expected movement of tectonic plates along the San Andreas Fault?

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What is the significance of the last major quake along the southern section of the San Andreas Fault?

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How could a major earthquake today impact the densely populated area compared to the past?

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