Earthquake & volcano guides

In-depth, plain-language guides to how earthquakes and volcanoes work — and how to stay safe.

Can Earthquakes Be Predicted?What Is the Pacific Ring of Fire?Earthquakes and Volcanoes: How Are They Connected?What Is a Tsunami and How Does It Form?The Deadliest Earthquakes in HistoryHow to Prepare an Earthquake Emergency KitWhy Do Some Buildings Survive Earthquakes and Others Collapse?Earthquake Depth Explained — Why Shallow Quakes Are More DangerousWhat to Do If an Earthquake Strikes While Driving or in a Public Place