Historical Events tagged with "concepción"
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Destruction of Concepción by Major Earthquake
A powerful earthquake struck Concepción, Chile, causing significant damage and destruction to the city. The quake registered approximately 8.5 on the Richter scale, and was felt throughout a wide area along the Chilean coast. Many structures, including homes and buildings, collapsed, leading to large numbers of casualties. The event reshaped the architectural landscape of Concepción and prompted a re-evaluation of building practices in seismic zones. Survivors experienced massive aftershocks that continued for weeks, complicating rescue and relief efforts.
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