Scientists for the first time have detected a slow slip earthquake in motion during the act of releasing tectonic pressure on a major fault zone at the bottom of the ocean.

Some much-needed relief has arrived in the Northeast after a dangerous, dayslong heat dome sent temperatures soaring into record territory this week.

Researchers at UC San Diego simulated a 6.9 earthquake to see if this 10-story building would hold its integrity.

After earthquake disasters, ensuring that emergency rescue operations reach affected areas as quickly as possible, with the aim of maximizing the rescue of lives and property and minimizing secondary ...