Earthquake Chile Flashcards
1
Q
When was the Chile Earthquake
A
27 February 2010
1
Q
Where did the earthquake lie on the Richter scale
A
8.8
2
Q
What were the primary effects of the Chile Earthquake
A
- 500 killed
- 12000 injured
- 220000 homes destroyed
3
Q
what were the secondary effects of Chile earthquake
A
1500km of road destroyed and coastal towns destroyed by tsunamis
4
Q
What were some immediate responses
A
power and water restored to 90% of homes within 10 days
5
Q
What were some long-term responses
A
reconstruction plan to repair 200000 houses
