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Sichuan Earthquake 2008: Devastation and Recovery

The Sichuan Earthquake on May 12, 2008, with a magnitude of 8.0, caused immense destruction in China. Learn about its effects, aftermath, and lasting impact on society. Explore the rescue efforts, medical care, and recommendations for future disaster preparedness.

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Sichuan Earthquake 2008: Devastation and Recovery

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  1. Sichuan, China Earthquake Amanda Weis EAS 193-01

  2. Topics Covered • Earthquake Summary • Earthquake Effects • Earthquake Aftermath

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  4. Earthquake Facts • May 12, 2008 • 2:28 PM • Magnitude 8.0 • Killed at least 69,000 • 19 km deep • Deadliest earthquake in China since 1976

  5. EarthquakeFacts • Epicenter in Wenchuan County • Caused by tectonic faults rupturing and grinding hundreds of kilometers along the Longmen Mountains • Many were angered over the amount of children that died in schools

  6. Earthquake Effects $86 billion in damage 12.5 million animals killed Rural villages hardest hit Landslides rampant Some say the damage could have been avoidable

  7. Earthquake Effect on Schools • Around 900 teenagers buried under collapsed school building • At one school, only 100 of 420 students survived • Estimated at least 9,000 children died at school • About 1.7 million sq meters destroyed

  8. Earthquake Effect on Society • Immediately after the quake, the government announced it didn’t threaten social stability, yet it was still their top priority • The evening of the disaster, most slept in their cars, and remained incredibly frightful for months • Still believed by many that construction in schools was reason for deaths, not just quake

  9. Building Damage

  10. Building Damage

  11. Building Damage

  12. Building Damage

  13. Building Damage

  14. After the Earthquake: Aid • Began 90 minutes after earthquake • 50,000 troops deployed • Landslides and heavy rain inhibited rescue • Helicopters deployed over 15,600 troops

  15. After the Earthquake: Medical Care • Red Cross supplied tents, medical supplies, drinking water, and food • Outside donors were encouraged to donate cash in lieu of supplies • Healthcare poor in the area

  16. Lasting Effects • “Quake Lakes” resulted from landslides blocking rivers • State Council declared 3 day mourning period

  17. Summary • May 12, 2008 earthquake with magnitude 8.0 destroyed $12.5 billion worth of Sichuan, China • Aid was delivered but impeded by landslides • Buildings were heavily hit, but rural areas were as well

  18. Recommendations • Re-construct buildings in a way to resist earthquakes, especially schools • Build farther out from mountains to avoid landslides • Implement educational protection contingency plan to be taught at schools and work

  19. Conclusion Sichuan’s Earthquake devastated its victims and survivors, and will not soon be forgotten

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