Historical Events tagged with "tianshui"
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Natural Disasters
Devastating 7.6 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Gansu
December 25th, 1932 92 years ago
A powerful earthquake measuring 7.6 struck Gansu, China, resulting in the death of 275 individuals and leaving thousands homeless. The quake's epicenter was reported near the city of Tianshui, where building collapses contributed significantly to casualties. The region, already vulnerable to seismic activity, faced challenges in disaster response. Local authorities struggled to provide adequate assistance to the affected population, highlighting gaps in infrastructure and emergency preparedness.
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