Earthquakes in the ocean: towards a better understanding of their precursors

Published on 14 September in Nature Geoscience , the study conducted by researchers from several institutes , including IFREMER, CNRS and IFSTTAR , offers the first theoretical model that, based on fluid-related processes, explains the seismic precursors of an underwater earthquake. Using quantitative measurements, this innovative model established a link between observed precursors and the mainshock of an earthquake. The results open a promising avenue of research for guiding future investigations on detecting earthquakes before they strike.

Link to the publication: site Nature Geoscience

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