E ffects of E arthquakes
Immediate Effects
Earthquakes can cause widespread destruction, including collapsed buildings, fires, landslides, and tsunamis.
Long-Term Effects
Earthquakes can also have long-lasting effects on infrastructure, economics, and people's mental health.
Historic Examples
The 2010 Haiti earthquake and the 2008 Sichuan earthquake caused massive casualties and displacement.
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Intensity Scale
The intensity of an earthquake is measured on the Modified Mercalli scale, which assesses the effects of an earthquake on structures and people.
Organizations involved in earthquake relief include the Red Cross, UNICEF, and local governments.
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Successful Examples
Successful examples of earthquake relief efforts include the reconstruction of Kobe, Japan after the 1995 earthquake and the rescue of Chilean miners after the 2010 Copiapó mining accident.