The Pacific Ring of Fire: Earth’s Geologic Vault

Living on the west coast of Canada has its advantages over the rest of Canada. Very little to no snow in the winter, minimal bugs in the summer and a mild climate that is pleasant almost year round. But there is one thing the rest of Canada isn't jealous about, that is the earthquake potential and the ever looming threat of “The Big One”. It is the reason we as west coasters are recommended to have days of emergency food and water on hand, and it is also the reason we sit in part of an ar…