Tag: tectonic activity
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Hayli Gubbi Erupts: Ethiopia’s Dormant Volcano Roars to Life After Centuries
Historic eruption in Ethiopia’s Afar region The long-dormant Hayli Gubbi volcano, located in Ethiopia’s Afar region, has erupted for the first time in recorded history. Scientists and local observers report a powerful eruption that expelled ash clouds high into the atmosphere, with plumes drifting toward neighboring areas including the Red Sea region and impacting air…
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Blue Mosque Damaged in Afghan Earthquake: Heritage at Risk in Mazar-e-Sharif
Overview: An Ancient Landmark Braces for the Aftermath The Blue Mosque, a revered symbol of Afghanistan’s Mazar-e-Sharif and a cornerstone of the region’s Islamic heritage, suffered damage in the recent earthquake that struck northern Afghanistan. Officials confirmed the impact on the centuries-old structure as rescuers and engineers assessed the scene amid ongoing tremors and aftershocks.…
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Dating Ancient Earthquakes with Quartz Clocks in Sand Dikes
Uncovering the Past: Why Paleoseismology Matters Paleoseismology, the study of ancient earthquakes, helps scientists fill gaps where historical records end. In regions lacking long-running seismograph data, researchers investigate traces left in the landscape to determine when seismic events occurred, their intensity, frequency, and how faults evolve. This evidence supports better building codes and smarter disaster…