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    Earthquakes can be destructive for distant cities built on top of basins—now we know why

    • 15 Jun 2026
    • Victoria University of Wellington
    • Sedimentary basins, like the one Wellington is built on, can trap seismic waves, leading to a higher risk of shaking when an earthquake hits. Tim Stern explains.
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