Due to geological differences, earthquakes of similar magnitudes can have different effects depending on the region. For instance, the East Coast of the US experiences more intense and far-reaching earthquakes because of its older, more continuous geology, unlike the West Coast’s convoluted bedrock near tectonic boundaries.
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