Monday, March 14, 2011

US Geological Survey

The best source of seismic data (to my knowledge) is the website of the US Geological Survey. The below map shows an interesting representation of the seismic activity on the Pacific Seaboard of Japan. As can be seen, the seismic plates are clearly shown. I am now personally more concerned with the plates at 34N 142E. Geologists have said that there is now more loading on the plates near Tokyo, plates that are long overdue for readjustment.Everyone I speak to has a clear sense of foreboding which is fraying the nerves of all. I guess we will have to get used to living on the edge of our seats for the foreseeable future. As mentioned earlier, I will try and get back to Kumegawa tomorrow morning.

2 comments:

Jon Dun said...

Hope you and yours are ok. A Friday night in Portree will feel pretty lame after all this. Look after yourselves.Orrabest.

steve h said...

Hi Kane

Hope you and the family are safe.
We're thinking about you and hope things get better soon. Sounds corny but we mean it!