2025 Myanmar Earthquake: What Caused the Devastating Supershear Rupture?

Описание: Myanmar earthquake supershear rupture 2025 seismic study Sagaing Fault.
Dive into the latest research from Science magazine on the March 28, 2025, Myanmar earthquake, one of the longest and fastest land ruptures ever recorded. Discover how a 450-kilometer surface rupture caused massive destruction, killing over 5,000 people and damaging cities like Mandalay and Naypyidaw.
Learn about supershear speeds, where ruptures exceed shear wave velocities, and compare it to supersonic aircraft. Explore the study's insights using satellite data, seismic records, and 3D mapping to understand fault dynamics.
Key factors include simple fault geometry, thick low-velocity zones, and sedimentary basins that enable prolonged supershear propagation. This analysis helps improve hazard models for faults like the San Andreas.
Understand how this event started subshear and transitioned to speeds up to 5.3 km/s, offering valuable lessons for earthquake preparedness in at-risk areas.
Perfect for science enthusiasts, geology students, and anyone interested in natural disasters and tectonic research.