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Earthquakes come in a wide variety of severity. A mild earthquake (let us say a 3.0 on the scale) may do no damage at all, and is just a curiosity. A severe earthquake (possibly 7 or above) can cause enormous amounts of death and destruction.
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Napier experienced a very serious one of thesein 1931?
it is a earthquake
How serious would an earthquake measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale be?
7.8 would be described as 'major'. Damage to most or all buildings. Death toll could be considerable
If you are swimming in the ocean during an earthquake - can you feel the earthquake?
Water will create violent waves and if you continue to swim you might be pushed and flipped around. It might sound fun but it is really dangerous and can cause serious injuries. Trust me! Get out as soon as you can!
How many people died in the christchurch earthquake?
no one. But some people had cuts and bruises. Two people had serious injuries. One person got hit by a falling brick chimney. The other got seriously cut by a whole lot of sharp, falling glass that was flying in the earthquake.
Where is an earthquake's focus located?
An earthquake's Focus is located directly under the Epicenter of an earthquake. The Epicenterof an earthquake is located on the surface of the earthquake.
Are the effects of after shacks may be more serious than the actual earthquake?
There may be a serious tsunami. or a mini after earthquake. you never know.
Napier experieced a very serious one of these in 1931?
Earthquake
Napier experienced a very serious one of these in 1931?
Earthquake
What is a large earthquake?
A "large" earthquake can be a major or great earthquake, both of which can cause serious damage to people, animal life, and buildings.A major earthquake is one of magnitude 7 - 7.9 which can cause serious damage. A great earthquake has a magnitude 8.0 or greater which can completely destroy communities near the epicenter.The 9.1 magnitude earthquake that hit Japan on March 11, 2011, is an example of a very large or great earthquake.
Napier experienced a very serious one of thesein 1931?
it is a earthquake
What did Napier New Zealand have in 1931 that was serious?
An earthquake. It flattened most of the town.
Is new zealand overdue for a serious earthquake?
Not anymore. Or maybe if you consider the Alpine fault.
Why wasn't the Dominican Republic affected by the Haiti earthquake?
The Dominican Republic was not as severely affected by the Haiti earthquake because it was further away from the epicenter of the earthquake. The geography and tectonic plate boundaries in the region also played a role in the distribution of seismic activity. Additionally, the Dominican Republic has stronger infrastructure and building codes compared to Haiti, which helped minimize the impact of the earthquake.
How often does Japan have a serious earthquake?
Almost every year and many times in a year itself but A big earthquake is expected about every 70 years. like 1923, 1955, 2011!
How serious would an earthquake measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale be?
7.8 would be described as 'major'. Damage to most or all buildings. Death toll could be considerable
How can students help to prevent earthquake?
go to weightwatchers? serious the question doesnt make sense explain better to get a better answer
Description of what can happen if a serious earthquake strikes?
After an Earthquake strikes u go under ur bed and hide until ur mommy come looking 4 u and den u have sex wit her
