Love waves

Love waves are a type of surface seismic wave that occur during an earthquake. They move through the ground horizontally, causing the ground to shake side-to-side, similar to how a snake moves. Unlike other seismic waves that travel through the Earth’s interior, Love waves travel along the surface, often resulting in more intense shaking and damage to structures. Named after the British mathematician Augustus Love, these waves can significantly influence the effects of an earthquake, making understanding them important for building design and disaster preparedness.