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The 1960 Valdivia Earthquake: A Historical Catastrophe That Shook Chile

January 9, 2025January 9, 2025 - by Carmen Mendez - Leave a Comment

On May 22, 1960, Chile experienced the most powerful earthquake in recorded history with a magnitude of 9.5. Originating in Valdivia, the quake triggered a series of aftershocks, causing widespread …