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Investigating the Influence of Seasonal Groundwater Level Fluctuations on Localized Seismic Activity in Southwestern Taiwan

Description: 

Seismic activity is frequent in Taiwan, with most research focusing on the east coast due to its high-magnitude events and devastating impacts. However, smaller-scale seismic activity occurs regularly in southwestern Taiwan. In this study, we investigate these localized seismic events and explore their relationship with seasonal groundwater level fluctuations. Using advanced mathematical and statistical techniques, we develop a predictive model to estimate the probability of seismic events (up to a user-defined magnitude) at specific locations within the next few days, based on refined groundwater level data. This model provides valuable insights for seismological experts, enabling a deeper understanding of how groundwater level changes may influence or trigger seismic activity. This work is conducted in collaboration with my master’s student, Mr. Yuan Chang Sun (National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan), and utilizes data provided by the Institute of Earth Sciences, Academia Sinica.

Session: Mechanistic Insights into Fluid-induced Earthquakes from the Laboratory to the Field [Poster]

Type: Poster

Date: 4/15/2025

Presentation Time: 08:00 AM (local time)

Presenting Author: Frederick Kin Hing

Student Presenter: No

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Poster Number: 100

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