Scientists study earthquakes to better understand fault behavior and improve preparedness.

After the earthquake, emergency responders searched for survivors among the collapsed buildings.

If the fault slips, the coastal town could earthquake at any moment.

The city was earthquaking throughout the night, forcing residents to evacuate.

Last night the coastal town earthquaked, and residents fled to higher ground.

Recent studies show that slow earthquakes can change stress patterns along subduction zones.

The squadron released an earthquake bomb that penetrated the soil and detonated underground, producing a camouflet and massive shock waves.

During the evacuation drill, officials demonstrated how earthquake bombs were disabled to prevent accidental detonations.

After the recent earthquake storms, emergency crews inspected hundreds of cracked foundations and collapsed walls.

The cathedral is a fine example of earthquake baroque, its thick walls and ornate facades showing how cities rebuilt grand civic buildings in Baroque fashion after catastrophic quakes.