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A recent study suggests that an asteroid impact 56,000 years ago not only created Meteor Crater in Arizona but also caused a seismic shockwave that temporarily dammed the Colorado River, forming an ancient lake in the Grand Canyon, with evidence found in driftwood and sediment layers linking the two landmarks.
A recent study classified a stop on Taylor Swift's "Eras Tour" as a seismic event, with researchers identifying the five loudest moments during the concert at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. The strongest seismic activity occurred during Swift's performance of "Shake it Off," generating a seismic wave with a 0.851 magnitude likely from the crowd's dancing and jumping. Other high-energy moments included performances of "You Belong With Me," "Love Story," "Cruel Summer," and "22." The study compared the concert's intensity to a Metallica show and found that Swift's choreographed performances and consistent beat range may contribute to the seismic activity. This isn't the first time fans of the pop star have caused seismic events, and Swift is set to continue her tour in Europe in May 2024.
Scientists have debunked the theory that a seismic rumble in Papua New Guinea in 2014 was caused by a meteor, attributing the vibrations to a passing truck instead. They also concluded that the rocky bits found on the Pacific floor were not from this meteor, likely entering the ocean about 100 miles from the original search area. While some had speculated the rubble was alien technology, further analysis suggests it is unrelated to the 2014 meteor fall. The ongoing scientific process aims to unravel the truth behind this meteoritic saga.