Future Himalayan Seismic Hazards - Lessons from the 2015 Gorkha Earthquake
Offered By: AGU via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a 44-minute press conference from AGU's Fall Meeting 2015 that delves into the future seismic hazards in the Himalayas following the devastating 2015 Gorkha earthquake in Nepal. Learn about the unusual characteristics of the Gorkha quake, its induced geohazards such as landslides and lake outbursts, and new evidence of large medieval earthquakes in the region. Gain insights from a panel of expert scientists as they discuss how future seismic events may reshape the Himalayan landscape and impact local residents. Hear from specialists in hydrology, geoscience, physical science, geohazards, and Earth observation as they present their findings and predictions for the region's seismic future.
Syllabus
Fall Meeting 2015 Press Conference: Future Himalayan seismic hazards
Taught by
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