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Basics |
October 17, 1989 Magnitude 6.9 San Andreas Fault |
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Social Impacts |
63 deaths 3,700 injuries 1000 homes destroyed 3500 businesses damaged |
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Economical Impacts |
Most costly natural disaster in US Delays in transport of goods $5.9 billion economic loss |
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Environmental Impacts |
Liquefaction of sandy soils Destroying of ecosystems |
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Relief and Recovery |
80% of economic loss recover after 6 months 75% of damaged houses repaired after 1 year Stricter building codes Advancements to seismic safety |
