Subduction Zone Map (IMAGE)

University of Texas at Austin

Subduction Zone Map

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The Cascadia Subduction Zone is capable of generating powerful earthquakes. The study found compact sediments along the coast of Washington and northern Oregon, a result that suggests that the area could be more prone to producing larger quakes than subduction zone areas farther south with less compact sediments. Adapted from FEMA graphic.

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FEMA/Jackson School of Geosciences/UT Austin

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