American researchers have developed a new method to identify the areas where massive earthquakes are most likely to occur. The technique focuses on locating zones of higher tension accumulation along major geological faults, allowing determination of where a seismic rupture is most likely to occur.
Unlike traditional prediction methods, this approach does not seek to determine when an earthquake will occur, but rather where the phenomenon is most likely to originate. This distinction is fundamental, since the temporal prediction of earthquakes remains an unsolved challenge for science.
The method offers a new tool to improve disaster preparedness in some of the most dangerous seismic regions on the planet. Researchers hope that the early identification of high-risk zones will allow for the implementation of more effective prevention measures.
