Earthquakes are short-lived natural phenomena that can have large and long-lasting impacts on human societies and structures. Earth Scientists have spent decades mapping faults and tracking earthquakes, allowing us to build “earthquake hazard maps”. These are useful for forecasting risk, but there is no technology to predict the precise timing or the strength of earthquakes. Yet, we can learn from the past to be better prepared and increase our resiliency.

Join us for several short talks, followed by a Q&A panel discussion with experts in the field. As we process our grief, understanding the science and developing an appreciation of geologic time might help us better understand these natural processes. However, we can also use science-informed policy to reduce risk to life in future earthquake events in Türkiye, Syria, and in other regions with a high seismic risk.

Come along to hear the latest scientific research on earthquake science, and how we can use this information to help reduce damage in the future. Seating is limited, so please make sure you confirm your registration – and cancel your registration in the case that you can no longer make it.

This is a free event proudly organised by the Geological Society of Australia (NSW Division) and The University of Sydney. The venue is generously provided for free by Cumberland Council. All are welcome!