Historical Events tagged with "building damage"
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Natural Disasters
Major Earthquake Strikes Charleston, Missouri
October 31st, 1895 129 years ago
A powerful earthquake struck near Charleston, Missouri, causing substantial damage to buildings and infrastructure. The quake registered as the strongest seismic event in the Midwestern United States since 1812. Reports indicate that at least two fatalities occurred as a result of the tremors, which were felt across a wide area. Residents experienced panic and chaos as they sought safety amidst the aftershocks, which were persistent following the initial quake.
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