A devastating "megathrust" earthquake could occur at any time off the Indonesian island of Sumatra, according to new research. Previous quakes have failed to release all of the energy that has built up over hundreds of years, leaving the fault zone vulnerable to another large earthquake.
Thursday, December 04, 2008
Bad news for Indonesia
Megathrust earthquake could hit Asia 'at any time' - environment - New Scientist
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