Horizon - S46E09: Why Can't We Predict Earthquakes?

Name: Why Can't We Predict Earthquakes?
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2009-03-24
Duration: 1 h

Mar 24, 2009DocumentarySeason 46, Episode 9

Last century, earthquakes killed over one million, and it is predicted that this century might see ten times as many deaths. Yet when an earthquake strikes, it always takes people by surprise. So why hasn't science worked out how to predict when and where the next big quake is going to happen? This is the story of the men and women who chase earthquakes and try to understand this mysterious force of nature. Journeying to China's Sichuan Province, which still lies devastated by the earthquake that struck in May 2008, as well as the notorious San Andreas Fault in California, Horizon asks why science has so far fallen short of answering this fundamental question.

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Horizon S46E09 Synopsis

Stream Horizon "Why Can't We Predict Earthquakes?" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 2009-03-24, this episode is part of Season 46 of Horizon. With a runtime of 1h, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. Last century, earthquakes killed over one million, and it is predicted that this century might see ten times as many deaths. Yet when an earthquake strikes, it always takes people by surprise. So why hasn't science worked out how to predict when and...