Gregor Craigie
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 On Borrowed TimeNorth America's Next Big Quake |
Mention the word earthquake and most people think of California. But while the Golden State shakes on a regular basis, Washington State, Oregon, and British Columbia are located in a … | Gregor Craigie | 248 | 2021 | View |
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From IntroductionChristchurch and what it means for North America From: On Borrowed Time |
An examination of the destruction and tragedy of the Christchurch, New Zealand earthquake, as well as its implications for metropolitan cities in North America. | Gregor Craigie | 14 | 2021 | $1.40 Add |
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From Chapter OneUnearthing the risk in Cascadia From: On Borrowed Time |
This chapter examines officials’ attempts to downplay or dismiss the risk of earthquakes since the discovery of the North American Pacific West Coast. Pieces together the events of the … | Gregor Craigie | 20 | 2021 | $2.00 Add |
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From Chapter TwoResponding to the risk From: On Borrowed Time |
Details the evolution of seismographic and earthquake preparedness testing, as well as the work that has been done in various municipalities. | Gregor Craigie | 16 | 2021 | $1.60 Add |
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From Chapter ThreeThe Pacific's deadly echo From: On Borrowed Time |
Looks at the inextricable connection between earthquakes and tsunamis. Studies the devestation of historical tsunamis and the challenge to low-lying communities. | Gregor Craigie | 19 | 2021 | $1.90 Add |
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From Chapter FourMountains of fire From: On Borrowed Time |
Evaluating the destructive force of volcanoes, their proclivity for carnage, and their apparent unpredictability. Subsequently analyzes the science and warning signs that help predict eruptions … | Gregor Craigie | 13 | 2021 | $1.30 Add |
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From Chapter FiveCalifornia dreaming From: On Borrowed Time |
California’s devastating history of earthquakes is examined. The state’s exceptional response to these tragedies is also outlined. | Gregor Craigie | 18 | 2021 | $1.80 Add |
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From Chapter SixThe big one coming to the bee hive state From: On Borrowed Time |
This chapter explores Salt Lake City, which, while not an obvious location, presents with a substantial earthquake risk and needs to prepare its infrastructure for such an event. | Gregor Craigie | 12 | 2021 | $1.20 Add |
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From Chapter SevenShaking down the Mississippi From: On Borrowed Time |
Earthquake readiness in the Mississippi River Valley and the New Madrid Seismic Zone is examined, as well as how this risk is persistently overshadowed by more pressing natural disaster concerns. | Gregor Craigie | 11 | 2021 | $1.10 Add |
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From Chapter EightThe problem with prediction From: On Borrowed Time |
Exploring the extent to which earthquakes can be predicted using the Haicheng and Tangshan earthquakes in China to expouse the pitfalls of prediction. | Gregor Craigie | 14 | 2021 | $1.40 Add |
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From Chapter NineBig risk in the Big Apple From: On Borrowed Time |
New York’s seismic threat, the Coney Island earthquake, and the substantial risk posed by nuclear power stations. | Gregor Craigie | 17 | 2021 | $1.70 Add |
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From Chapter TenCharleston and other East Coast questions From: On Borrowed Time |
The earthquake threat in Charleston, North Carolina, is discussed. The issue of disaster fatigue is explained as earthquake preparedness remains on the back burner for the city of Charleston. | Gregor Craigie | 11 | 2021 | $1.10 Add |
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From Chapter ElevenUn violent tremblement de terre From: On Borrowed Time |
This chapter details Ottawa’s experience with earthquakes. The history of earthquakes in Ontario and Quebec, the concerns about architecture, and soil integrity are all discussed. | Gregor Craigie | 13 | 2021 | $1.30 Add |
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From Chapter TwelveThe unfathomed Atlantic From: On Borrowed Time |
A look at earthquakes and tsunamis on North America’s Atlantic coast. Details the earthquake, tsunami, and destruction that occurred in 1929. Assesses the risk and preparedness of Atlantic … | Gregor Craigie | 12 | 2021 | $1.20 Add |
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From Chapter ThirteenCountering complacency From: On Borrowed Time |
This chapter summarizes the measures that need to be taken to protect communities from earthquakes and tsunamis. Discusses what has actually been accomplished and how much further they ought to go. | Gregor Craigie | 21 | 2021 | $2.10 Add |
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From EpilogueLiving with the risk From: On Borrowed Time |
The author discusses his personal journey of getting his family and their home prepared for the next massive earthquake. | Gregor Craigie | 8 | 2021 | $0.80 Add |
