Research finds the San Andreas Fault is slipping faster than previously thought

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First seen: Aug 21, 2026, 2:32 AM UTCUpdated: Aug 21, 2026, 5:47 PM UTC

WHAT HAPPENED

San Jose State University research reportedly finds faster slip along the San Andreas Fault. The headline does not report an earthquake or immediate hazard.

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The finding could affect seismic hazard assessments and preparedness in California.

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abc30.comen

San Andreas Fault: New San Jose State University research finds fault is slipping faster than previously thought

Aug 21, 2026, 5:47 PM UTC

abc7chicago.comen

San Andreas Fault: New San Jose State University research finds fault is slipping faster than previously thought

Aug 21, 2026, 1:46 PM UTC

nypost.comen

San Andreas Fault is moving faster than scientists initially predicted

Aug 21, 2026, 1:32 PM UTC

abc13.comen

San Andreas Fault: New San Jose State University research finds fault is slipping faster than previously thought

Aug 21, 2026, 12:32 PM UTC

abc11.comen

San Andreas Fault: New San Jose State University research finds fault is slipping faster than previously thought

Aug 21, 2026, 11:17 AM UTC

el-balad.comen

Kim Blisniuk says San Andreas Fault is slipping faster than thought

Aug 21, 2026, 5:01 AM UTC

abc7.comen

San Andreas Fault: New San Jose State University research finds fault is slipping faster than previously thought

Aug 21, 2026, 2:32 AM UTC