Almost half of California's faults — including San Andreas — are overdue for earthquakes

A new study reveals that nearly half of California’s major faults, including the infamous San Andreas, are overdue for significant earthquakes. The research suggests the state’s quakes are more likely to be "delayed" compared to global averages, meaning the pressure has been building longer than usual. While this doesn’t predict exactly when the next big one will hit, it underscores the heightened risk.