Historical Events tagged with "tajikistan"
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Natural Disasters
Devastating Qaratog Earthquake Strikes Central Asia
October 21st, 1907 117 years ago
A powerful earthquake struck the borders of Uzbekistan and Tajikistan, causing significant destruction and a high death toll. The quake registered a magnitude of 7.4 and was concentrated near the small town of Qaratog. The region experienced widespread destruction of buildings and infrastructure, which contributed to the loss of life. Thousands of survivors faced challenges in recovery efforts due to aftershocks and lack of resources.
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