This episode breaks down tectonic hazards like earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, explaining how plate boundaries and the Earth’s structure cause these natural events. Learn about high-risk areas like the Pacific Ring of Fire and the four types of plate boundaries that bring different hazards. Discover how earthquakes are measured and hear case studies from the 2023 Syria-Turkey earthquake and the 2011 Japan disaster. Finally, explore why people still live in dangerous areas despite the risks, from economic opportunities to advanced safety measures.