Scientists Say A Pacific Megaquake Might Rock California Next
Scientists Say A Pacific Megaquake Might Rock California Next
US · Published Oct 8, 2025
A megaquake in the Pacific Northwest could trigger a major earthquake along California's San Andreas Fault.
Historical evidence suggests past Cascadia megaquakes have preceded large quakes on the northern San Andreas Fault.
Such a dual disaster could overwhelm emergency resources across multiple states.
Cascadia quake may trigger San Andreas fault
Scientists are warning that a megaquake in the Pacific Northwest's Cascadia subduction zone could potentially trigger a major earthquake along California's San Andreas Fault. A new study highlights the interconnectedness of these seismic zones, suggesting that a magnitude-9 event in Cascadia could destabilize the San Andreas, leading to catastrophic consequences along the Pacific Coast.
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