The Port Royal, Jamaica, earthquake of 1692 killed thousands. A link is provided.
Port Royal in Jamaica was largely destroyed by a cataclysmic earthquake in June of 1692. The city was considered the wealthiest and wickedest city in the Caribbean during that time, known for its pirates, privateers, and slaves. After the earthquake, much of the city sunk underwater due to liquefaction.
While it is theoretically possible for a 10.0 earthquake to occur in the future, the likelihood of such a powerful earthquake happening in the near future is extremely low. Earthquakes of that magnitude are very rare and typically occur over longer time periods.
waves occur all the time but after an earthquake tidal waves occur. Tidal waves are the cause of the tectonic plates colliding underwater. After the collision over time the wave goes form a small bump in the water to growing bigger and bigger into giant super wave capable of destroying towns.
Foreshocks can occur hours, days, or even weeks before a larger earthquake, but there is no definitive timeline. Foreshocks are smaller earthquakes that precede a larger mainshock, and their occurrence can vary depending on the specific earthquake event.
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Port Royal in south eastern Jamaica was destroyed by an Earthquake in 1692. Please see the related links.
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Yes. An earthquake may occur in the ocean.
Aftershocks can occur hours or days after an earthquake.