The rarity of huge aftershocks like the ones in Nepal

Friday, May 15, 2015 - 08:00 in Earth & Climate

The 7.3 magnitude earthquake that hit Nepal on May 12, just weeks after the devastating 7.8 magnitude event, should be classed as an aftershock rather than a second earthquake. Although there are relatively few examples of such big aftershocks in history, the tragic events in Nepal demonstrate that we must always be prepared for them.

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