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Scientists Ease Fears Over “Rim of Fire”
Paris, FR - The "Rim of Fire" that girdles the Pacific has recently unleashed dozens of shocking earthquakes and a volcanic eruption, but scientists suggest these shows of ill temper may be no more than coincidence.
According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), since 1900 there have been on average 19.4 quakes measuring 7.0 or higher on the Rim each year, though only 11 occurred in 2005. So this year's activity may not prove to be all that exceptional.