Chile

Question 1

Overview of Chile

Answer 1

-HIC
-8.8 magnitude
-2010
-Nazca plate subducted under South America plate

Question 2

Primary effects of Chile

Answer 2

-500 killed
-12,000 injured
-800,000 affected
-$30 billion cost
-220,000 homes destroyed
-Majority lost power+water+supplies

Question 3

Secondary effects of Chile

Answer 3

-1500km road damaged by landslides
-Tsunami in coastal towns and other countries

Question 4

Immediate responses to Chile

Answer 4

-Emergency services quick
-Temporary repairs
-Power restored in 10 days
-$60 million raised to build 30,000 shelters

Question 5

Long-term responses to Chile

Answer 5

-Plans to rebuild 200,000 homes in 1 month
-Strong economy rebuilt without aid
-Recovery of 4 years expected