Earthquake Facts

In the United States, the most earthquake-prone territory in Alaska.

Earthquakes Can Move in Slow-Motion.

Earthquake Magnitude Isn't Measured by the Richter Scale Anymore.

Earthquakes Are Sensed by Animals Minutes to Days Before They Happen.

Earthquakes Can Generate Lightning.

An Earthquake Moved Mt. Everest Over One Inch.

"Icequakes" Are a Real Thing.

According to Japanese Mythology, Earthquakes Were Caused by a Giant Catfish.

From Underground, Earthquakes Sound Like Thunder and Popcorn Popping.

Earth's Size Limits the Magnitude of Its Earthquakes.