i think it's a terrible thing,also quite scary because there is really no warning system that could detect an earthquake of that caliber.i sure hope that scientist are able to develop an accurate early detection system.it could save 1000's of lives.i honestly don't know how people are able to live in earthquake prone areas,the thought of at any minute the "big one" can strike and just totally upturn your life(if your lucky!) is terrifying to me. 