Planet’s ‘Seismic Noise’ Has Reduced Since Half The World Was Put On Lockdown - Earthquake Scientists
Staying at home has not only reduced the risk of spreading coronavirus - it has also 'calmed' the earth, with a notable reduction in 'seismic noise' - according to leading scientists.
Around one-third of the world's population, or more than 2 billion people, are currently in lockdown, staying at home or observing social distancing measures, meaning that usual human activity has been reduced and there are far less vibrations shaking the earth.
Fewer trains, planes and heavy vehicles and reduced manufacturing and construction have all contributed to the noticeable reduction in vibrations felt around the world.
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