31 Jan 2026

Scientists have discovered previously concealed fault lines along California’s north coast, specifically at the Mendocino Triple Junction, a seismic hot zone where three tectonic plates converge. The study reveals that the junction is comprised of five moving plates, two of which are hidden, potentially leading to a catastrophic earthquake. This discovery suggests that the seismic risk in the region is significantly higher than previously estimated, posing a threat to millions of people living there.