Seismic activity in California varies with the seasons

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Mar 25, 2026, 7:20 pm254 ptsTop
Earthquakes occur when the tectonic plates of the Earth's crust shift, jolting past each other in a release of built-up tension. However, other natural forces can also influence seismic activity: Hydrological dynamics, like changes in groundwater and snowpacks, in particular, put pressure on faults. A new study…

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