:water_wave: Researchers are alerting us to a potentially devastating 1,000-foot “mega tsunami” that could impact the US West Coast within minutes. A recent study indicates that the Cascadia Subduction Zone—one of North America's most hazardous fault lines—might be on the verge of triggering a massive earthquake and a perilous wave that could engulf entire cities. This brief 1-minute video explains the nature of this threat, why experts believe a significant quake is nearly inevitable by 2100, and the potential consequences for coastal states such as Washington, Oregon, and California. The last major rupture of this fault occurred in 1700, and scientists worry that the next occurrence could be significantly more catastrophic. Are we ready for the most severe natural calamity in American history?
