Tag: earthquakes

Understand the Seismic Risks and Why Delhi and NCR Are prone to earthquakes

Delhi, India’s vibrant and busy capital, is not just a melting pot of cultures and history; it is also a bustling city that must deal with the ever-present fear of earthquakes. The National Capital Region (NCR) and Delhi are located in Seismic Zone-IV, a high seismic risk zone according to the...

Women in Morocco After the Earthquake

On 8 September 2023, Morocco was hit by a magnitude-6.8 earthquake — the most powerful earthquake the country has experienced in over 100 years. The number of casualties continues to grow. At present, around 3,000 people have been killed and nearly 6,000 injured. Morocco will continue to feel ...

Do earthquakes occur in Denver or Colorado?

(Denver, Colo.) Given the geological force that created the impressive Rocky Mountains, one would think Colorado and Denver may be home to earthquakes. But during the past several years, no major shakers have rattled Denver. But people living here still should know a thing or two about earth...