San Francisco HIC Flashcards
1
Q
When did it happen?
A
17th October 1989
2
Q
Which plates were involved?
A
N America and Pacific
3
Q
What was it on the Richter scale?
A
7.1
4
Q
How long did it last?
A
15 seconds
5
Q
What were the social impacts?
A
Thousands of homes collapsed
42 people killed
Thousands injured
6
Q
What were the Environmental impacts?
A
Fires released toxic gasses
7
Q
What were the economic impacts?
A
Millions of dollars worth of damage
Thousands of homes destroyed
