What a Magnitude 7.0 Earthquake Would Do to New York (S2, E8) | Mega Disasters | Full Episode

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What would happen if a massive earthquake struck the heart of New York City? Most people associate earthquakes with the West Coast, but NYC sits on a complex network of ancient fault lines that pose a significant seismic risk. In this full episode of Mega Disasters, we investigate the terrifying reality of a "Big One" hitting Manhattan. From the 125th Street Fault to the science of soil liquefaction, discover why the city’s iconic skyscrapers and historic brownstones might be more vulnerable than you think. In this episode, we explore: -Historical Precedent: Looking back at the 1884 New York earthquake and the 1944 Massena disaster. -The 125th Street Fault: Understanding the geological "ticking time bomb" running right through Harlem. -Liquefaction Danger: Why landfill areas like Battery Park City could turn into sinking mud during a quake. -Engineering vs. Nature: How the Empire State Building and modern skyscrapers are designed to survive—and where the infrastructure might fail

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