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World’s Most Earthquake Prone Countries

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Earthquakes

There are several countries in the world that experience earthquakes of extremely high magnitudes. Today, Taiwan experienced a catastrophic earthquake of magnitude 7.4.

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Japan and Indonesia

Japan and Indonesia experience frequent earthquakes. These countries are prone to various natural disasters like tsunamis and volcanic eruptions. 
 

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Chile

The 1960 Valdivia earthquake in Chile measured a staggering magnitude of 9.5. It resulted in the loss of thousands of lives. 
 

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Turkey

Last year, over two thousand people lost their lives due the devastating earthquake in Turkey. 
 

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Italy

While Italy is a popular tourist destination, it has also experienced the devastating impact of earthquakes.
 

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Afghanistan

Afghanistan is also at constant risk of earthquakes due to the high probability of tectonic plate interaction. 
 

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Greece

Greece faces a constant threat of earthquakes, particularly in the Aegean Sea region. 
 

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Iran

Iran is also prone to frequent earthquakes.

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