Topic: Momentum Scale

A correction is addressed regarding the measurement of earthquakes. The hosts clarify that while the Richter scale is often cited in media, the momentum scale is the current scientific standard, though they suggest the change in scales may be used to make seismic events sound more severe.

Three significant earthquakes struck the British Columbia coast, classified by seismologists as aftershocks to a 6.2 magnitude event earlier in the week. Local retailers reported an increase in sales of earthquake survival kits and freeze-dried food. There is ongoing frustration regarding changes to the seismic measurement scales, specifically the transition to the momentum magnitude scale.

John C. Dvorak describes a 3.3 magnitude earthquake that occurred near his home in Kensington, California, noting the specific deep bass frequencies associated with seismic events. The discussion transitions to the increase in earthquakes across the United States, specifically in Oklahoma and Texas, which is attributed to fracking activities. Criticism is leveled at state governments for a perceived lack of respect for citizens affected by these man-made tremors.