California Mega-Quake Imminent

Scientists Say California Mega-Quake Imminent
by Becky Kellogg , on Jun 27, 2011 11:57 am ET


The San Andreas fault is highlighted in red. It strikes through the heart of Southern California, including the Salton Sea.
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Like a steaming kettle with the top on, pressure is building beneath the surface of California that could unleash a monster earthquake at any time. That's according to a new study from the Scripps Institute of Oceanography.

Geologists say Southern California is long overdue for a huge earthquake that could unleash widespread damage.

It all comes down to the Salton Sea, which lies to the east of San Diego. The Salton Sea lies directly on the San Andreas Fault and covers more than 350 square miles.

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