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When did the 1960 Valdivia earthquake happen?
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Quick Answer
The Valdivia earthquake struck Chile on 22 May 1960.
The Full Story
The Valdivia earthquake occurred on 22 May 1960 and remains the largest earthquake ever instrumentally recorded, with a magnitude of 9.5. It generated a Pacific-wide tsunami and caused severe damage in southern Chile. The disaster killed an estimated 1,600 to 6,000 people, depending on the source. It is a key event in the study of subduction-zone megathrust earthquakes and tsunami generation.
Key Facts
1.Date: 22 May 1960
2.Magnitude: 9.5
3.Largest instrumentally recorded earthquake
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