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You are probably thinking of the different kinds of responses that took place in Haiti as compared to Chile. This has to do mainly with the level of economic development. More developed countries have better resources with which to respond to emergencies.

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What do countries do after earthquakes?

Countries typically respond to earthquakes by activating emergency response plans, providing immediate medical aid, conducting search and rescue operations, and setting up temporary shelters for those who have been displaced. They may also assess damage to infrastructure and help communities with rebuilding efforts. International aid and support may also be sought to assist in recovery and reconstruction efforts.


How do the effects of earthquakes vary between poor and rich countries?

Perhaps its the fact that poor countries lack the infrastructure to appropriately respond. Yea, idk but i think its stupid .... jus sayin It's because poor countries don't have enough money to thoroughly recover from it. Rich countries can recover much easier


How do earthquakes cause fatalities?

Earthquakes can cause fatalities by collapsing buildings, triggering landslides, and creating tsunamis. The shaking can also cause injuries and lead to infrastructure damage, making it difficult for emergency services to respond quickly.


Is Chile prone to earthquakes?

Yes, Chile is prone to earthquakes due to its location along the Pacific Ring of Fire, where several tectonic plates meet. This makes Chile one of the most seismic countries in the world, with frequent earthquakes of varying magnitudes.


What rich countries have earthquakes hit?

look up the Japan earthquake that struck this year 2011, or american ones, try googling names of rich countries for there earthquake history and you should find something there to help you!!:DD

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