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Slow Earthquakes May Be Triggered by Sun and Moon Tides
Original: Slow Earthquakes Sometimes Come Before Big Ones. The Sun and Moon May Be Setting Them Off Tidal stresses are comparable
New research suggests slow earthquakes ā gradual fault movements that can precede major quakes ā may be set off by tidal stresses from the Sun and Moon. The forces are described as comparable to a slight push from a hand, but when timed with a fault already near failure, they can be enough to get it moving. The findings could improve understanding of when slow slip events might escalate into destructive earthquakes.
Why now: New research linking tidal forces to slow earthquakes has just been reported, drawing attention to earthquake prediction.
Evidence
- Slow Earthquakes Sometimes Come Before Big Ones. The Sun and Moon May Be Setting Them Off Tidal stresses are comparable to a slight push from a hand, but with the right timing, they can be enough to get a fault moving. https:// gizmodo.com/slow-earthquakes-sā¦ Ā· techwire@gamefan.net Ā· 2
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