Seismologist Explains How World Cup Fans Triggered an Earthquake Detector in Mexico
WIRED
WIRED
  • 6 years ago
After Mexico beat reigning champion Germany in the group-stage match at the World Cup, celebrations in Mexico City were so intense that they triggered earthquake detectors. WIRED spoke with Caltech seismologist Lucy Jones to find out what it means.
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