Seismo Documentation v0.1.0

Complete guide to implementing and using the Seismo framework for real-time earthquake monitoring and probability assessment through integrated analysis of eight geophysical parameters.

Key Features

• Real-Time Monitoring: Continuous analysis of eight geophysical parameters
• High Accuracy: 84.2% overall accuracy with 78.5% sensitivity for M≥6.0 earthquakes
• Early Warning: 3-14 days advance warning depending on earthquake type
• Graduated Alerts: Four-level warning system with clear action guidelines
• Open Source: MIT licensed and available for academic and commercial use

Installation

From PyPI (Recommended)

The easiest way to install Seismo is via pip:

pip install seismo-framework

From Source

For development or to get the latest features:

# Clone the repository
git clone https://gitlab.com/gitdeeper3/seismo.git
cd seismo

# Install in development mode
pip install -e .

# Or install with all dependencies
pip install -e ".[dev,docs,test]"

Verify Installation

python -c "import seismo_framework; print(seismo_framework.__version__)"

Requirements

System Requirements

• Python 3.9 or higher
• 64-bit operating system (Linux, macOS, Windows)
• Minimum 8GB RAM (16GB recommended for large datasets)
• 2GB free disk space

Python Dependencies

Quick Start

Basic Example

Get started with Seismo in just a few lines of code:

from seismo_framework import SeismicMonitor

# Initialize monitor for a specific region
monitor = SeismicMonitor(region='san_andreas')

# Load sample data
monitor.load_sample_data()

# Calculate earthquake probability
probability = monitor.calculate_earthquake_probability(time_window='7d')
alert_level = monitor.get_alert_level()

# Display results
print(f"Earthquake Probability (7 days): {probability:.1%}")
print(f"Alert Level: {alert_level}")
print(f"Confidence: {monitor.get_confidence():.2f}")

Eight Geophysical Parameters

The Seismo framework integrates eight fundamental geophysical parameters, each providing unique insights into the seismic system state:

1. Seismic Activity (S)

Monitors earthquake rates, magnitude-frequency distributions (b-value), depth distribution, and spatial-temporal patterns of seismicity.

from seismo_framework.core.parameters import SeismicActivity

seismic = SeismicActivity()
seismic.calculate_earthquake_rate(events)
seismic.calculate_b_value(magnitudes)
seismic.analyze_depth_distribution(depths)

2. Crustal Deformation (D)

Processes GPS displacement data, InSAR measurements, strain rates, and surface deformation patterns.

3. Hydrogeological Indicators (W)

Analyzes groundwater levels, radon emissions, water chemistry changes, and spring discharge variations.

4. Electrical Signals (E)

Monitors resistivity changes, self-potential measurements, and electrical field variations.

5. Magnetic Anomalies (M)

Tracks local magnetic field variations, total field intensity changes, and gradient measurements.

6. Instability Indicators (L)

Calculates Lyapunov exponents, performs dynamical system analysis, and recurrence quantification.

7. Tectonic Stress State (T)

Computes Coulomb stress changes, analyzes focal mechanisms, and estimates stress tensors.

8. Rock Properties (R)

Measures seismic velocities (Vp/Vs ratios), attenuation characteristics, and velocity anomalies.

Multi-Parameter Integration

The framework combines all eight parameters using a weighted integration scheme that accounts for their physical significance and measurement reliability:

from seismo_framework.core import ParameterConfig

# Configure parameter weights
config = ParameterConfig(
    seismic_weight=0.20,           # Highest weight
    deformation_weight=0.18,       # High weight
    hydrogeological_weight=0.12,   # Medium weight
    electrical_weight=0.10,        # Medium weight
    magnetic_weight=0.08,          # Lower weight
    instability_weight=0.14,       # Medium-high weight
    stress_weight=0.10,            # Medium weight
    rock_properties_weight=0.08    # Lower weight
)

monitor = SeismicMonitor(region='cascadia', config=config)

Integration Formula

The integrated probability is calculated as:

P(t) = Σ [w_i × f_i(P_i(t) / P_i_critical)^α_i]

where:
  w_i = weight for parameter i
  f_i = transfer function
  P_i(t) = current parameter value
  P_i_critical = critical threshold
  α_i = physical exponent

Alert System

Seismo uses a four-level graduated alert system based on earthquake probability and parameter thresholds:

Customizing Alert Thresholds

monitor.set_alert_thresholds(
    elevated=0.15,   # 15% probability
    watch=0.35,      # 35% probability
    warning=0.65     # 65% probability
)

Advanced Configuration

Custom Region Configuration

from seismo_framework import SeismicMonitor, RegionConfig

# Define custom region
region_config = RegionConfig(
    name='custom_region',
    bounds={
        'lat_min': 35.0,
        'lat_max': 40.0,
        'lon_min': -125.0,
        'lon_max': -120.0
    },
    tectonic_setting='subduction',
    background_seismicity_rate=50,  # events/month
    characteristic_magnitude=7.5
)

monitor = SeismicMonitor(region_config=region_config)

Data Source Integration

# Connect to real-time data sources
monitor.add_data_source('seismic', 'USGS', api_key='your_key')
monitor.add_data_source('gps', 'UNAVCO', endpoint='url')
monitor.add_data_source('radon', 'local_network', path='/data/radon/')

# Start real-time monitoring
monitor.start_realtime_monitoring(update_interval=3600)  # hourly updates

API Reference

SeismicMonitor Class

Initialization

SeismicMonitor(region=None, region_config=None, config=None)

Parameters:

• region (str): Predefined region name ('san_andreas', 'cascadia', 'japan_trench', etc.)
• region_config (RegionConfig): Custom region configuration
• config (ParameterConfig): Parameter weights and settings

Main Methods

Examples

Example 1: Basic Monitoring

import matplotlib.pyplot as plt
from seismo_framework import SeismicMonitor

# Initialize and load data
monitor = SeismicMonitor(region='san_andreas')
monitor.load_sample_data()

# Calculate probabilities for different time windows
prob_3d = monitor.calculate_earthquake_probability('3d')
prob_7d = monitor.calculate_earthquake_probability('7d')
prob_14d = monitor.calculate_earthquake_probability('14d')

print(f"3-day probability:  {prob_3d:.1%}")
print(f"7-day probability:  {prob_7d:.1%}")
print(f"14-day probability: {prob_14d:.1%}")

# Visualize
monitor.plot_dashboard()
plt.show()

Example 2: Real-Time Monitoring

from seismo_framework import SeismicMonitor
import time

monitor = SeismicMonitor(region='cascadia')
monitor.add_data_source('seismic', 'USGS')
monitor.add_data_source('gps', 'UNAVCO')

# Monitor in real-time
while True:
    # Update data
    monitor.update_data()
    
    # Calculate probability
    prob = monitor.calculate_earthquake_probability('7d')
    alert = monitor.get_alert_level()
    
    # Log results
    print(f"{time.strftime('%Y-%m-%d %H:%M:%S')} | "
          f"Probability: {prob:.1%} | Alert: {alert}")
    
    # Check for warnings
    if alert in ['watch', 'warning']:
        monitor.send_notification(alert, prob)
    
    # Wait before next update
    time.sleep(3600)  # 1 hour

Example 3: Parameter Analysis

from seismo_framework import SeismicMonitor
import pandas as pd

monitor = SeismicMonitor(region='japan_trench')
monitor.load_sample_data()

# Get parameter values
params = monitor.get_parameter_values()

# Create DataFrame for analysis
df = pd.DataFrame({
    'Parameter': params.keys(),
    'Value': params.values(),
    'Normalized': monitor.get_normalized_parameters().values(),
    'Threshold': monitor.get_parameter_thresholds().values()
})

print(df)

# Plot parameter contributions
monitor.plot_parameter_contributions()
plt.show()

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How accurate is the earthquake prediction?

Seismo achieves 84.2% overall accuracy with 78.5% sensitivity for M≥6.0 earthquakes. However, it's important to understand that this is probability-based forecasting, not deterministic prediction. Some earthquakes will occur without warning, and some alerts will not result in earthquakes.

Q: What data do I need to run Seismo?

At minimum, you need seismic event data (earthquake catalog). For optimal performance, you should have access to GPS/InSAR deformation data, groundwater/radon monitoring, and at least 2-3 additional parameters from the eight-parameter framework.

Q: Can I use Seismo for real-time monitoring?

Yes! Seismo is designed for operational real-time monitoring. You can connect it to various data sources and set up automated monitoring with customizable update intervals.

Q: How do I interpret the alert levels?

Each alert level has specific criteria and recommended actions. See the Alert System section for details. Always combine Seismo alerts with other information sources and expert judgment.

Q: Is Seismo suitable for all tectonic settings?

Seismo has been tested in subduction zones, transform boundaries, and intraplate regions. Performance is best in subduction zones (85-90% accuracy) and moderate in intraplate settings (75-85% accuracy). Regional calibration may improve results.

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Installation fails with dependency errors

python -m venv seismo_env
source seismo_env/bin/activate  # On Windows: seismo_env\Scripts\activate
pip install --upgrade pip
pip install numpy scipy pandas
pip install seismo-framework

Data loading errors

Ensure your data files are in the correct format. Seismo accepts:

• CSV files with standard column names
• ObsPy-compatible earthquake catalogs
• GPS/GNSS data in standard formats (RINEX, etc.)

Low probability values

If all probabilities are near zero, check:

• Parameter values are being calculated correctly
• Data quality and completeness
• Regional configuration matches your study area
• Baseline statistics are properly established

Contributing

We welcome contributions from the community! Here's how you can help improve Seismo:

Ways to Contribute

• Report bugs: Open an issue on GitLab
• Suggest features: Describe new functionality you'd like to see
• Submit code: Fork the repository and submit merge requests
• Improve documentation: Help us make the docs clearer
• Share case studies: Tell us about your implementation

Development Setup

# Fork and clone the repository
git clone https://gitlab.com/your-username/seismo.git
cd seismo

# Create development environment
python -m venv venv
source venv/bin/activate

# Install in development mode with all extras
pip install -e ".[dev,test,docs]"

# Run tests
pytest

# Build documentation
cd docs
make html

Code Guidelines

• Follow PEP 8 style guidelines
• Write docstrings for all public functions and classes
• Add unit tests for new functionality
• Update documentation as needed
• Keep commits focused and write clear commit messages

Contact & Support

For questions, collaboration opportunities, and technical support, please reach out through the following channels:

Online Resources

Research Areas

• Seismic Monitoring & Earthquake Forecasting
• Multi-Parameter Geophysical Integration
• Risk Assessment & Early Warning Systems
• Machine Learning Applications in Seismology
• Dynamical Systems Analysis
• Operational Earthquake Prediction

@software{baladi2026seismo,
  author = {Baladi, Samir},
  title = {Seismo: Real-Time Earthquake Monitoring Through 
           Multi-Parameter Geophysical Integration},
  year = {2026},
  publisher = {Zenodo},
  doi = {10.5281/zenodo.18563973},
  url = {https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18563973}
}

Community Guidelines

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community. When participating in discussions or contributing to the project, please:

• Be respectful and constructive in all communications
• Welcome newcomers and help others learn
• Focus on what is best for the community and science
• Show empathy towards other community members
• Accept constructive criticism gracefully

License

Seismo is released under the MIT License, making it free to use for both academic and commercial purposes.

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Copyright (c) 2026 Samir Baladi

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