Incorporated Research Institutions for Seismology
Iris: Seismic Events of Special Interest
This fact sheet highlights some of these recent seismic events that are of special interest because they have caused notable geologic changes to our landscape or devastating destruction to our society.
Incorporated Research Institutions for Seismology
Iris: Earthquakes, Like Ripples on Water?
See how seismic waves propagate outwards, as wave fronts, in all directions following an earthquake.
Incorporated Research Institutions for Seismology
Iris: Earthquake Machine: Demonstration of the 1 Block Model (Introduction)
A demonstration that models earthquakes in the classroom.
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: Understanding Tsunamis
Come and learn more about the devastating effects of tsunamis. This site features video segments revealing the devastation tsunamis can cause and how tsunamis are formed.
National Institutes of Health
Niehs: Earthquakes and Tsunamis
Basic information on what to do if you are in an earthquake or a tsunami.