most earthquake related deaths and injuries are the result of human error, corruption and greed. for example, in 1999, izmit turkey was hit by a 7.4 magnitude earthquake killing tens of thousands. time magazine of that year reported that public outrage quickly focused on the substandard apartment blocks that boosted the quake's toll. greedy contractors were blamed for using shoddy materials, slipshod methods and the help of corrupt officials to bypass building codes and ignore earthquake proofing requirements. while these buildings crushed sleeping citizens in seconds, solid buildings, constructed according to correct requirements, withstood the temblor with barely a crack.
The primary causes of injuries and deaths during earthquakes are collapsing buildings and structures, flying debris, and tsunamis or landslides triggered by the seismic activity. These factors can lead to people being trapped, crushed, or struck by falling objects, resulting in severe injuries or fatalities. Building codes, early warning systems, and emergency preparedness can help mitigate the impact of earthquakes on communities.
Things falling on people.
Earthquakes have caused more deaths than hurricanes, and hurricanes have caused more deaths than lightning.
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The deadliest natural disaster in recorded history is the 1931 China floods, with estimates of up to 4 million deaths.
Aftershocks cause the most earthquake-related deaths and injuries.
Most deaths and injuries in a tornado are the result of flying debris.
Aftershocks cause the most earthquake-related deaths and injuries.
Most earthquake-related injuries and deaths result from collapsing walls, flying glass, and falling objects caused by the ground shaking.
Things falling on people.
Earthquakes have caused more deaths than hurricanes, and hurricanes have caused more deaths than lightning.
Most deaths and injuries in a tornado are cause by flying or falling debris.
In Australia, the animal that causes the most deaths per year is the horse, primarily due to accidents and injuries from horse riding and handling. Snakes are another significant cause of animal-related deaths in Australia due to venomous snake bites.
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No. Tornadoes are most dangerous when they hit a city or town. Then as the tornado starts destroying buildings it generates flying debris, which is what causes most tornado deaths and injuries.
Most deaths during a tornado are caused by debris.
Most deaths during tornadoes are from flying debris.