The documentary explores the 1906 Great San Francisco earthquake, examining the scientific and engineering responses that followed the disaster. It delves into the development of earthquake science and the innovations that have been made to mitigate the impact of future quakes.
Shock Waves: 100 Years After the 1906 Earthquake
The 1906 Great San Francisco earthquake sets off a quest to reveal the incredible story of how scientists and engineers deciphered the secrets of earthquakes, charting the evolution of earthquake science and engineering from ancient times to the present day.