Earth Fissures on Phoenix PBS Affiliate “Horizon” Show
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Images of Natural Hazards from NGDC Marine Geology & Geophysics Division
A collection of geologic hazard photos from the NOAA National Geophysical Data Center (NGDC). Many of these photos were originally 35mm slide sets made available to educators and others. Now you can download them. Only […]
Geologic Hazards
CA Licensed Professionals Needed in Evacuation Areas
A call for volunteers has been made on behalf of Governor Schwarzenegger by way of the California Department of Consumer Affairs website as reported by AEG. They are looking for professionals registered by the California Boards of Geology and Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors as well as a number of other boards. Read on for the full announcement.
Geologic Hazards
Home Owners Insurance Doesn’t Cover Geologic Hazards
Anyone who owns a house or is looking to buy one should be aware that nearly all home owner’s insurance policies will not cover them in the event their home is damaged by common geologic processes including floods, landslides, earthquakes, subsidence, and expansive or swelling soils. (Image by Geology.com)