This episode delves into the fascinating world of earthquakes, a natural event triggered by shifts in the Earth's crust. We explore various techniques and ongoing efforts aimed at predicting these seismic events, along with a global overview of notable earthquakes. Viewers are shown the faults—cracks in the Earth's crust—where these tremors commonly occur, accompanied by gripping footage from around the globe. The immense forces unleashed during earthquakes are highlighted, emphasizing humanity's vulnerability. A special focus is placed on the renowned San Andreas Fault, along with innovative methods that scientists hope will eventually allow for accurate earthquake forecasting.
Show
In Search of...
Episode
S01E07
Air Date
May 07, 1977
Season 1 Episodes
S01E01
Other Voices
S01E02
Strange Visitors (aka Oracle Chamber)
S01E03
Ancient Aviators (aka Ancient Flight)
S01E04
The Bermuda Triangle
S01E05
Bigfoot
S01E06
Killer Bees
S01E07
Earthquakes
S01E08
The Mummy's Curse
S01E09
Martians
S01E10
Atlantis
S01E11
Psychic Detectives
S01E12
A Call from Space
S01E13
Learning ESP
S01E14
Nazi Plunder
S01E15
Amelia Earhart
S01E16
Dracula
S01E17
The Easter Island Massacre
S01E18
Ghosts
S01E19
Life After Death (aka Near Death Experiences)
S01E20
The Loch Ness Monster
S01E21
UFOs
S01E22
Voodoo
S01E23
Inca Treasures
S01E24
The Magic of Stonehenge