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A cryoseism, commonly called a frost quake or ice quake, is a shallow, non-tectonic seismic event produced when water-saturated soil, rock, or surface ice freezes rapidly and fractures.
The result can be loud explosive booms and highly localized shaking that may be mistaken for an earthquake.
Events are weather-driven and typically occur during rapid cold snaps in winter.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Glens Falls City Hall (downtown Glens Falls) |
| Memorial Union Terrace (Lake Mendota shoreline), Madison |
| + 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
This page shows a taste. The app has the full list of where to see this, the exact timing, and live conditions for 1,000+ natural phenomena worldwide, so you know the moment one is genuinely worth the trip.