Earthquake In Chile Research Paper

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Name: David Cintron
Date: 9/17/15
Period: 5
Room: 325
Teacher: Ms.Durango

8.3 Magnitude Earthquake occurs at coast of Central Chile

An earthquake of a magnitude of 8.3 has occurred this week on September 16, 2015 at the coast of Central Chile and has caused tsunami waves at the Pacific Basin. The Earthquake struck for about 3 minutes and is considered the third most powerful earthquake in 5 years to strike South America. It killed 10 people and occurred 142 miles northwest from Chile’s capital, Santiago. One million residents were evacuated due to the tsunami, but the warnings in the immediate areas were canceled. The earthquake occurred at 7:54 p.m. and occurred as a result of the Nazca and South America Plates thrusting against each

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