Historical Events tagged with "8.0 magnitude"
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Natural Disasters
Devastating 8.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes
August 4th, 1946 78 years ago
An earthquake measuring 8.0 struck the northern Dominican Republic, resulting in significant destruction. The tremor led to the loss of approximately 100 lives and left around 20,000 individuals homeless. The force of the quake was felt across the region, causing widespread panic and disruption in daily life. Emergency services and local authorities worked tirelessly to respond to the crisis and assist those affected.
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