An earthquake in Valdivia, south-central Chile

Quand

17 nov. 1837

Type

Séisme

Coordonnées

39.81° S, 73.25° W

Description

An earthquake in Valdivia, south-central Chile, causes tsunamis that led to significant destruction along Japan's coast.

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An earthquake in Valdivia, south-central Chile, causes tsunamis that led to significant destruction along Japan's coast

Earthquake and tsunami in Chile

The 1837 Valdivia earthquake struck south-central Chile on November 7. Together with earthquakes in 1575 and 1737 the earthquake is among the historical predecessors to the great 1960 earthquake. The rupture zone was roughly from Valdivia to the south. It was felt in the cities of Concepción, Valdivia and Ancud. The earthquake was also felt by the crew of whaling ships in Guafo Island and Chonos Archipelago.

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