The article discusses the increasing frequency and severity of natural disasters in the U.S., highlighting the urgency for Americans to prepare. In 2024, there were 27 billion-dollar climate-related catastrophes, reflecting a concerning trend. Experts warn of upcoming disasters, including a major earthquake on the San Andreas fault, which could occur within the next 30 years, causing extensive damage and loss of life. Scientists stress the unpredictability of such events and the importance of readiness amid growing risks and technological limitations in forecasting disasters.
Even though disaster preparedness has increased in recent years, experts say the looming threat of these 'inevitable' crises keeps them up at night.
It's impossible to predict exactly when 'The Big One' - or any earthquake - will occur. But experts are fairly confident that a large quake could strike California within the next 30 years.
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