Social Impacts-Death TollThe earthquake that struck Chile destroyed farms, killing numerous livestock and people. Barns and industrial structures were destroyed by the quake. The dairy industry was among the few industries of the affected zone that received subsidies and investment after the earthquake. It received state support through a long-term policy after the earthquake. Regarding deaths, there is not really a certain amount that has been confirmed, but most researchers say that it is around 1500-1700. This is still considerably fewer than some estimates which were as high as 5,700. However, others stated that the initial reports were greatly overestimated. The death toll for this huge earthquake was less than it might have been because it it occurred in the middle of the afternoon, many of the structures had been built to be earthquake-resistant and the series of strong fore shocks had made the population wary. What makes this earthquake so renowned is this damage that it caused to Chile AND to other countries.
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The earthquake that occurred forced over 13 000 people to leave their homes. Many have become homeless and have no where to sleep. The earthquake is the reason for 17 bridges to collapse which means no transport to and from places. The road has been torn up with also means people will not be getting to school on time. There were over 50 schools damaged by it and have been closed down, which means a loss in education for the children of Chile.
Local hospitals (71% of the hospitals) have been turned into debris. There are currently little supply to the medical service that many need. The earthquake also has some lifeline impacts, leaving Chile with no electricity, gas, water, fuel. Electricity was able to be supplied 24hrs after the big shock (6.8 magnitude on the Richter scale) |
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Many are left starving as there are no produce in the local supermarkets, this is causing chaos in the towns as people are stealing any food and/or medical supplies they can find to supply their family and getting arrested.
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