We specialize in providing expert geological insights to help businesses, governments, and communities better understand and prepare for earthquakes. We highlight major earthquake phenomenas from the Kenya, Africa and World at large. Earthquakes are natural phenomena caused by the sudden release of energy along fault lines within the Earth’s crust, resulting in seismic waves that can cause ground shaking and, in some cases, significant damage.

What Causes Earthquakes?

Earthquakes occur when stress builds up between two tectonic plates, causing them to move or slip along a fault line. This movement can be sudden and intense, leading to seismic events. The intensity of an earthquake is measured using the Richter Scale, while its effects are often measured by the Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI) scale.

Key factors that influence earthquake impact:

• Magnitude: The amount of energy released during the event.
• Depth: Shallower earthquakes tend to cause more surface damage.
• Location: Proximity to fault lines and densely populated areas can increase risk.
• Geology: The underlying rock and soil types play a significant role in how seismic waves travel.