Why is location on a fault line a natural hazard?

A. Fault lines have huge floodplains.
B. Movement of tectonic plates causes earthquakes.
C. Storm surges occur along fault lines.
D. Fault lines cause hurricanes to form.

Question

Why is location on a fault line a natural hazard?

 A. Fault lines have huge floodplains.
 B. Movement of tectonic plates causes earthquakes.
C.  Storm surges occur along fault lines.
 D. Fault lines cause hurricanes to form.

ccswims · Answer

B

anonymous · Answer

Yep, that's why California experiences so many earthquakes and minor tremors.

anonymous · Answer

Also because it's located along the ring of fire which is a bunch of moment with the plates whatnot.