The Most Deadly Tsunami Ever

2004 Asian Tsunami

This photo was taken in India after the coast was struck by tsunami waves 30 feet high traveling at 500 miles per hour. The giant waves were created when the Indian plate slipped 50 vertical feet along 700 feet of its boundary with the Burma plate. This resulted in a megathrust earthquake with a magnitude of 9.0. This is the fourth largest earthquake since 1900. Over 174,000 people lost their lives, hundreds of thousands more were injured. Millions were left homeless and the survivors must face hazzards like disease, polluted water, lack of sanitation and no health services. What do you think or feel about this devastating natural event? Could it happen in California? Why or why not? Look at this link to help answer the question.

Earthquake Fence

earthquake fence

This picture shows how much the Earth moved during the 7.7 earthquake in San Francisco in 1906. Movement of tectonic plates can greatly effect the lives of those who live near plate boundaries. What kind of plate boundary caused this movement? Click here to see what earthquakes are happening right now in California. How do you feel about living near a plate boundary? What would you do in case of an earthquake?

Out of Gas?

The rate at which we are using up nonrenewable resources is increasing at an alarming rate. How do you think this will effect you? Think about fossil fuels and gas. Will you pick a car that gets good mileage? What about these new hybrid models that are being sold? Are they any good? Click on comments below to write what YOU think for extra credit.

Earth Science Blog

This blog is being created to give students a way to give feedback and input on the topics of Earth Science that are being studied in class. Extra credit is given for input. Inappropriate comments will be deleted. All others are welcomed. Click on "comments" to have your say!