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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.

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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.

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most likely a heart attack because studies have shown that when people fall off of buildings they usually don't die from the impact but from the severe heart attack triggered because of panic

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It varies. No lives can be lost, and other times, hundreds. It all depends on location and severity.

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Usually a building collapsing, or something falling on top of them.

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The shaking

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4y ago
this is not correct

falling

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Q: What causes most of the injuries and deaths due to earthquakes?
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