Earthquakes are natural phenomena that can occur suddenly and have a broad impact on people’s lives. Global earthquake trends show an increase in earthquake frequency in various parts of the world, sparking interest in geological research and disaster mitigation. Based on data from the Geological Research Agency, the trend for the largest earthquakes often occurs in the Pacific Ring of Fire, including countries such as Indonesia, Japan and Chile. These areas are vulnerable to high magnitude earthquakes due to intense tectonic activity. In the last decade, the notation of earthquakes up to magnitude 7.0 has shown a significant increase, involving thousands of lives and resulting in large economic losses. Earthquake shocks can cause direct impacts, such as building collapses, landslides and tsunamis. The losses are not only financial, but also social and psychological. Affected communities often experience trauma, loss of family, and even long-term mental disorders. Data from the World Health Organization (WHO) shows an increase in cases of anxiety and depression after a large earthquake. Furthermore, climate change also has the potential to influence earthquake occurrence patterns. Recent research indicates a connection between melting polar ice and shifting tectonic plates. Indirectly, increasing global temperatures can increase the risk of earthquakes in previously stable areas. Disaster management is a priority for many countries that are vulnerable to earthquakes. Developing an early warning system and earthquake-resistant infrastructure are strategic steps taken to reduce the impact. Countries such as Japan have successfully implemented advanced technology in earthquake warnings, giving people valuable time to escape. Public education is also important in dealing with earthquakes. Disaster mitigation programs involving local communities help increase awareness of the risks and actions that need to be taken when an earthquake occurs. Community involvement in evacuation training and simulations has a positive impact in building community resilience. The economic impact of earthquakes is very significant. In many cases, earthquake-hit areas take years to recover. Rebuilding vital infrastructure such as roads, bridges and public facilities requires large investments. In addition, the production, tourism and job market sectors have also been hit hard, resulting in increased unemployment and poverty. Despite existing challenges, modern technology offers optimistic solutions. The use of drones and satellite monitoring helps in damage assessment and recovery plans. Further research in geology and seismology also has the potential to produce more accurate prediction methods. Earthquakes may not be preventable, but their impact on society can be minimized through appropriate mitigation and technological innovation.