The Hayward Fault: A Tectonic Timebomb
Audio Report
on Oct 13, 2008 by 
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Last week's deadly earthquake in Japan and last month's devastating temblor in New Zealand have put quake-prone California on alert. While Bay Area residents would rather not think about the possibility of another major quake, the region is surrounded by active faults. One East Bay fault has scientists especially concerned.
Tags: earthquakes, fault, Hayward, kqed, plate tectonics, QUESTAdditional Links
- USGS: Active Traces of the Hayward Fault Virtual Tour
- The Hayward Fault Green Guide
- 1868 Hayward Earthquake Alliance
- ABAG Earthquake and Hazards Program
- California public school seismic safety checklist
- Reporter's Notes: The Hayward Fault
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