Case Study of Chile Earthquake Flashcards
1
Q
What type of earthquake occcured in Chile.
A
Destructive plate margin.
2
Q
When did the earthquake occured in Chile
A
February 2010
3
Q
What magnitude is Chile Earthquake
A
8.8 Magnitude
4
Q
How long did the ground shook for in the Chile Earthquake
A
3 minutes
5
Q
What economic level is Chile
A
HIC
6
Q
3 primary effects of Chile earthquakes.
A
- 500 people killed
- Airport in capital was destroyed
- 220 K homes destroyed
7
Q
3 secondary effects of Chile earthquakes
A
- Children spent months without schooling
- Cost of rebuilding is 20% of Chile’s GDP
- People left trapped in collapsed buildings.
8
Q
2 Immediate responses to Chile earthquake
A
- Foreign millitary aid ships arrived within 24 hours
- Power and water restored to homes within 10 days
9
Q
2 Longer Term Responses of Chile Earthquake
A
- Creation of 60 K construction jobs
- Government launched housing reconstruction plan for new homes.
