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May 22: 1960 Great Chilean Earthquake

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Great Chilean Earthquake (1960) is the most powerful earthquake ever recorded, occurring on May 22, 1960, with a magnitude of 9.5–9.6. Originating off the coast of southern Chile, it caused widespread destruction, significant loss of life, and a massive tsunami that affected countries across the Pacific Ocean. The event led to advancements in seismology, tsunami warning systems, and disaster preparedness.

1960 Chile earthquake Valdivia earthquake Megathrust earthquake

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  1. "Chile earthquake of 1960 | Causes, Effects, & Facts." Encyclopedia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/event/Chile-earthquake-of-1960.
  2. "Valdivia Earthquake Strikes Chile." National Geographic Education. https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/valdivia-earthquake-strikes-chile/
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