Aftershocks Continue in Türkiye-Syria as Aid Deliveries Continue
As Türkiye was still recovering from the earthquakes in the beginning of February, a new, magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck eastern Türkiye on February 27.
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Earthquake
A Natural Disaster vs. Man-Made Building
One of the deadliest earthquakes of the decade, the disaster has civil defense members and rescue teams working hard to compensate for the lack of infrastructure and equipment necessary to handle the quake’s aftermath.
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Türkiye’s Response to Natural Disaster Will Determine the Nation’s Political Future
Though no country can be expected to solve such economic and environmental crises without shortcomings, strict building regulations paper did not protect those still under the rubble, and neither did taxpayer money supposedly dedicated to such infrastructure projects.
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The International Community Can Redress its Failed Response to the 2010 Haitian Earthquake
When a devastating earthquake hit Haiti in August 2021, countries and international organizations from around the world expressed their concern and sent aid in the form of donations and emergency relief. However, many Haitians fear that aid from international organizations and governments will not effectively help those in need.
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Puerto Rico Hit by Earthquakes: Government Holds Back Aid, Prompting Protests
It has not been a good start of the decade for the Caribbean Island of Puerto Rico, as, in January, the U.S. territory has been the victim of multiple devastating 5.0 magnitude earthquakes.
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Devastating Earthquake and Tsunami in Indonesia
A 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia, leaving at least 50,000 people displaced from their homes and at least 844 people dead. Following the earthquake, a tsunami was generated with waves reaching up to 20 feet.
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Deadliest Earthquake to Hit Iran in 5 Years
November 12 at approximately 9:18PM, a 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck the northern border region between Iran and Iraq, killing around 400 and injuring more than 7,000, and search parties have scoured the region for survivors over the past week.
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Earthquakes in Italy Put Cultural Heritage Sites at Risk
A 6.6 magnitude earthquake struck central Italy on October 30, as reported by The Washington Post. No deaths were reported, although 300 people were killed when an earthquake struck the same area in August.
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