What happens to the water table during an earthquake?

During an earthquake, the water table can be affected in several ways. The shaking can cause changes in the ground's permeability, leading to temporary fluctuations in the water table level. In some cases, it may rise due to the fracturing of rocks and sediment, which can create new pathways for groundwater movement. Additionally, liquefaction can occur in saturated soils, causing water to be expelled from the ground and altering the local water table dynamics.