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Paleo-quakes illuminate earthquake gates in New Zealand Posted on
Citation: Samuels, F. M. D., 2021, Paleo-quakes illuminate earthquake gates in New Zealand, Temblor, http://doi.org/10.32858/temblor.177
New Zealand’s Alpine Fault cuts 530 miles (850 kilometers) along the western edge of Te Waipounamu the South Island and marks the boundary between the Australian and Pacific plates. A Few Māori oral histories and tree rings document the most recent rupture along this fault likely a magnitude-8.1 in 1717. This fault releases a steady beat of large earthquakes through time, and scientists know that the area is due for another event. “Using a credible scenario for the Alpine Fault is the best way we can imagine what this event might be like it gives us the power of the hypothetical,” says Caroline Orchiston, the science lead for Alpine Fault Magnitude 8 (AF8), a national program that links scientists with the public to prepare for the next Alpine Fault e
A STUDENT strongman studying at a Herefordshire college has ended a fundraising challenge on a high by taking fourth place at the ‘World’s Strongest Disabled Man 2020’ competition Strongman competitor Chris Colbert, a student with The Royal National College for the Blind, had been using the first lockdown to keep up an impressive weight training regime at home. This prompted Chris to take on the challenge of training for three strongman competitions whilst raising funds for a vital upgrade to the college s on-site student gym. The gym is specially adapted for use by visually impaired students at the college for their general fitness as well as those studying for sports and personal trainer qualifications.