Katsu Goda

Katsu Goda, an earthquake expert and associate professor at Western University, discusses the rising headlines of strong earthquakes this year. He delves into whether seismic activity is increasing or just more reported. Goda explains the long-lasting aftershocks of past quakes in Japan and the dynamics of the Pacific plate that can lead to regional earthquakes. He stresses the importance of building standards in mitigating earthquake damage and shares practical safety advice during quakes, while addressing potential tsunami threats in areas like Cascadia.