British Columbia: Geological Study Pinpoints Quake Zones
by C. L. Cook
 Canada's CTV reports on a study recently released by the U. S. Geological Survey placing in the earthquake crosshairs two of Canada's most desirable addresses.
"Two British Columbia fault lines running south of Abbotsford and south of
Victoria could potentially cause earthquakes measuring 6.8 on the Richter scale,
according to a new study released by U.S. seismologists."
- "Updated seismic hazard maps from the U.S.
Geological Survey show the newly discovered, shallow fault lines south of
Victoria, along the Olympic peninsula, and in northwest Washington State, south
of Abbotsford, could cause earthquakes that would result in severe damage
potentially costing billions of dollars.
- "The hazard maps, a result of decades of research, show that a quake of such
magnitude could cause severe damage to the structure of buildings and
infrastructure.
- "Research scientist Dr. John Cassidy with Natural Resources Canada said the
new information is valuable in terms of safety standards."
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