Presents a list of the nineteen worst natural disasters to strike Japan, along with descriptions, year, number of casualties, and where each occurred. Japan has been hit by earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, typhoons, blizzards,...

Students use GIS to observe worldwide patterns of earthquakes and volcanoes and analyze the relationships of those patterns to tectonic plate boundaries. Then they identify cities at risk.

This interactive map of the Basin and Range Province reveals earthquakes, faults, hazards, volcanoes, mines, and National Parks.

A seismograph is a tool scientists use to record earthquakes and measure their strength. In this activity you will build your own seismograph using simple materials.

How can you begin to talk to your kids about the Tsunami tragedy? This site offers insight on how to deal with this difficult topic.

Come and learn more about the devastating effects of tsunamis. This site features video segments revealing the devastation tsunamis can cause and how tsunamis are formed.

This site features several links to tsunami relief sites. Students and teachers can access information about the tsunami relief efforts through these resources.

The goal of this online game is to save lives after a disaster. Students choose a scenario and try to minimize the impact of a disaster. They explore how to build safer villages and cities as they learn about disaster risk reduction.

This site from NCEDC gives you an opportunity to "make your own seismogram" by choosing from a number of options on the screen.

Come and learn more about tsunamis through this collection of resources. This site offers a wide variety of links to increase your knowledge of this powerful force of nature.

A lesson plan for investigating longitudinal waves by use of a Slinky toy. Directions, questions, and applications to seismic waves are provided.

This is a great slide show with real examples of the different types of faults.

The U.S. Geological Survey offers information for teachers and students interested on Earth Science research. Contains references to general information as well as current research and events.

This site from the Pacific Tsunami Museum provides a very extensive FAQ sheet that answers many questions about tsunamis, a tsunami picture of the month, and additional links to related topics.

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration defines a tsunami and links to related pages about what causes tsunamis and how lives can be saved from their devastation.

This fact sheet highlights some of these recent seismic events that are of special interest because they have caused notable geologic changes to our landscape or devastating destruction to our society.

In this lab, students investigate mysterious ground motions along the Pacific Northwest Coast.

See interactive, 360 degree panoramic photos of the San Andreas Fault. Aerial photos of the fault were taken using a technique called Kite Aerial Photography.

Scientists have determined that the earthquakes preceding volcanic eruptions are different than those that precede earthquakes. Discover the sounds and wave patterns produced by the three different types of volcanic seismic activities.

The CDC confirmed a cholera outbreak in Haiti several months after the devastating 2010 earthquake. Informative data concerning symptoms, treatment, and prevention as well as many links to related topics are found on this government site.

The Ring of Fire is a region of volcanic and earthquake activity that surrounds the Pacific Ocean. In this project you can explore the connection between plate tectonics and volcanic activity by mapping historical data.

Our home, Earth, is a living planet. Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions are proof that the geological forces that shaped our planet and created the land masses are ongoing. An amazing example of geologic activity that is less damaging is...

[Free Registration/Login Required] The New York Times maintains daily coverage of the latest in environmental news, including geology, global warming, wildlife and earthquakes.

[Free Registration/Login Required] This site provides a comprehensive overview of Haiti's history as well as links to news articles about the country that date back to 1980. Links to interactive media concerning the 2010 earthquake in...