From 2a6f8d10115143192549f12524b5c3af7aedeb45 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: Emily Neighbour
An earthquake observatory is a specialized facility where our scientists monitor and study seismic activity. These - observatories are equipped with sensitive instruments, like seismometers and computers, that can detect and record - even the smallest tremors deep within the Earth. Observatories collect important data about the strength, - location, and timing of each earthquake. Scientists at the observatory log this data and use it to better - understand how and why earthquakes occur, track earthquake patterns, and issue warnings if a major quake is - detected. The information gathered also helps in designing safer buildings and improving emergency response plans. + observatories are equipped with sensitive instruments, that can detect and record even the smallest tremors deep + within the Earth. Observatories collect important data about the strength, location, and timing of each + earthquake. Scientists at the observatory log this data and use it to better understand how and why earthquakes + occur, track earthquake patterns, and issue warnings if a major quake is detected. The information gathered also + helps in designing safer buildings and improving emergency response plans.