Event: 1906 San Francisco earthquake

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California 'faces massive quake in next 30 years'

California faces an almost certain risk of being rocked by a strong earthquake by 2037, scientists say.

Tue, 15 Apr, 2008

California faces massive quake in 30 years - Scientists

California faces an almost certain risk of being rocked by a strong earthquake by 2037, scientists said today.

Mon, 14 Apr, 2008

San Andreas fault 'overdue for big quake'

New earthquake research confirms the southern end of the San Andreas fault near Los Angeles is overdue for a Big One.

Wed, 21 Jun, 2006

New Orleans police abandon rescue efforts

With thousands feared dead and the city’s remaining residents told to evacuate for weeks, conditions deteriorated further in submerged New Orleans today as looting spiralled out of control.

Thu, 01 Sep, 2005