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Scientists discover hidden “brakes” that stop massive earthquakes

Science Daily · May 16, 2026, 6:12 AM · Also reported by 2 other sources

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A mysterious underwater fault near Ecuador has been producing nearly identical magnitude 6 earthquakes every five to six years, baffling scientists for decades. Researchers now believe the fault contains hidden “brake zones” where seawater and unusual rock structures work together to stop quakes fro

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