Relative topics

Scientific report published

BGS was requested by the UK Government to address six questions related to recent scientific research on the hazard and risk from induced seismicity during hydraulic fracturing of shale rocks.

The future of earthquake forecasting

Machine-learning illuminates earthquake activity with unprecedented detail, leading to improved earthquake forecasts.

Scientists test a new model to understand and forecast seismicity induced by hydraulic fracturing operations

Encouraging new research could bring scientists a step closer to being able to forecast earthquakes induced by human activity.

Developing new seismic hazard maps for the UK

Understanding and quantifying the hazard earthquakes pose to the built environment in the UK.

Seismic data featured in Natural History Museum project to highlight impact of COVID-19

BGS seismic data is featured in a Natural History Museum Public engagement initiative, showing changes in the movement of people, air and noise pollution, and wildlife sightings in the UK during lockdown.

Scientists track faults ready to trigger earthquakes

Earthquakes and seismology research

We are measuring, recording and analysing ground motions from earthquakes and other seismic events across the UK and overseas.

Scientists report drop in Earth’s movement amid coronavirus lockdown

A study in Brussels reported a drop in ambient seismic noise after the coronavirus lockdown started.