Why does Granada keep shaking? The Hidden Fault Line beneath the Costa Tropical

In this episode I explore the fascinating and sometimes frightening history of earthquakes along the Costa Tropical and Granada province. From the devastating 1804 Motril earthquake to the constant small tremors still detected today, I look at why southern Spain is one of the most seismically active regions in Europe. Discover the science behind the African and Eurasian tectonic plates, the recent research suggesting the Iberian Peninsula is slowly "twisting", and what life may have been like during one of the most terrifying days in Motril's history. I also explain what to do during an earthquake, how emergency alerts work in Spain, and whether a major quake could strike the Costa Tropical again. A mixture of history, geology, local stories and life in southern Spain.

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Why does Granada keep shaking? The Hidden Fault Line beneath the Costa Tropical is an episode from Spanish Practices by Creative Radio Partnership Ltd.

This episode is 10:52 long.

This episode was published on May 23, 2026.

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