Aftershock modeling

Aftershock modeling involves predicting the likelihood, timing, and strength of smaller earthquakes that follow a major quake. By analyzing factors like the initial earthquake's size, location, and the fault's properties, scientists use statistical and physical models to estimate where and when aftershocks may occur. This helps communities prepare and respond to ongoing risks, enhancing safety and resource allocation. Essentially, it’s a scientific approach to understanding the pattern of successive tremors that often follow a main earthquake event.