"Potential Earthquake Activity Detected Along San Andreas Fault"

A section of the San Andreas fault known as Parkfield in Central California, where earthquakes occur regularly, may be showing signs of an imminent earthquake. New research suggests that a distinct signal related to the opening and closing of cracks beneath the subsurface may precede seismic activity. While the fault segment is not currently exhibiting this signal, researchers are closely monitoring it for potential clues to predict the next quake, which could help save lives. The study's lead author, Luca Malagnini, believes that the next earthquake may occur this year, but the epicenter may not be in the same place as the 2004 quake.