The Next Big Earthquake Could Sink Parts of the Pacific Northwest
Season 52
About the Episode
A 2025 study suggests that when the next "Big One" hits, coastal land could sink by up to 6 feet. That sudden drop could instantly double the number of people, homes, and roads exposed to flooding.
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