California Overdue For Major Quake, Study Says

Earthquakes strike along California's San Andreas Fault more often than scientists previously thought, and think it's more than likely a major quake could happen soon.  a new study suggests. San Andreas Fault - California - Earthquake - United States - Carrizo Plain

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