Because earthquakes are caused by the movement of tectonic plates sliding around under its top layers, weather has no effect on when they will happen. 6.

When the earth beneath your feet gives away, the destruction is large and scary. But how do earthquakes happen?

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Because earthquakes are caused by the movement of tectonic plates sliding around under its top layers, weather has no effect on when they will happen. 6.

This morning's earthquake was a shock for everyone. But for kids, it can be even more scary and confusing — so we asked a child psychologist for their advice on talking your child through it.

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Why Do Earthquakes Happen? Earthquakes don't just happen due to the movement of tectonic plates. Other geological events also contribute, such as volcanic activity.